Dahi Aloo Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl add 1 ½ cup thick curd, 2 tbsp gram flour and whisk it till well combined and there are no lumps.

step 2

• STEP 1.Preheat a pan and add 1 to 2 tbsp oil, 1 tsp cumin seeds and allow the seeds to crackle. Then add 1 onion finely chopped. Saute the onions on low to medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes till they become soft.

step 3

• STEP 1.Then add 3 cloves pounded garlic, 1 inch ginger grated, 2 slit green chillies, 1 sprig of curry leaves torn. Stir till the raw smell goes away.

step 4

• STEP 1.At this stage add 10 to 12 boiled and peeled baby potatoes. Sprinkle salt, ½ tsp turmeric powder, ¼ tsp asafoetida powder, 1 ½ tsp coriander powder, ½ red chili powder, 1 tsp garam masala powder. Roast for 3 to 4 minutes and stir well to ensure that the potatoes get coated with the masala.

step 5

• STEP 1.At this stage add in the dahi and besan mixture. Add a little water and mix well.

step 6

• STEP 1.The gravy will thicken slightly as it cooks. If a thin gravy is required add a little more water.

step 7

• STEP 1.Bring the dahi aloo to a brisk boil for about 3 to 4 minutes. Turn off the heat.

step 8

• STEP 1.Lastly add a small bunch of chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot with phulka and rice.