Make Authentic Dum Aloo At Home In Just 8 Steps

Dum Aloo is a popular vegetarian dish from the Indian subcontinent, particularly enjoyed in North India and Kashmir. The dish features baby potatoes cooked in a rich, flavorful gravy that combines a blend of aromatic spices and creamy texture.

Dum Aloo is a popular Indian dish where baby potatoes are cooked in a rich and flavorful gravy. Here's a basic recipe to make Dum Aloo at home:

1. Ingredients

- Baby potatoes - 500g

- Oil - 3-4 tablespoons

- Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon

- Bay leaf - 1

- Cinnamon stick - 1-inch piece

- Cloves - 2-3

- Green cardamom - 2-3

- Onion - 2 large, finely chopped

- Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon

- Tomato - 2 medium, pureed

- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon

- Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)

- Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon

- Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon

- Garam masala powder - 1/2 teaspoon

- Salt - to taste

- Fresh cream - 2 tablespoons (optional)

- Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish

2. Instructions

Step 1- Prepare the Potatoes:

- Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly. You can peel them or keep the skin on, as per preference.

- Prick the potatoes with a fork or make small cuts on them to ensure they cook evenly.

Step 2- Fry the Potatoes:

- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat.

- Add the potatoes and fry them until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides. This step helps seal the potatoes and adds a nice texture. Remove them from the pan and set aside.

Step 3- Prepare the Gravy:

- In the same pan, add 1-2 tablespoons of oil if needed.

- Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, and green cardamom. Saute for a few seconds until fragrant.

- Add finely chopped onions and saute until they turn golden brown.

Step4- Add Ginger-Garlic Paste and Spices:

- Add ginger-garlic paste and saute for a minute until the raw smell disappears.

- Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the masala.

Step 5- Cooking the Dum Aloo:

- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well and cook the masala for a couple of minutes.

- Add fried potatoes to the masala and mix gently to coat the potatoes with the masala.

Step 6- Simmering:

- Add about 1 cup of water to the pan (adjust according to desired gravy consistency). Stir well.

- Cover the pan with a lid and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are cooked through and the gravy has thickened.