Luchi aloor dum(bengali style poori and dum aloo) Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour, salt, and oil. Add water gradually and knead into a soft dough.
• STEP 2.Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
• STEP 3.Divide the dough into small balls and roll them into small circles.
• STEP 4.Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the luchis until they puff up and turn golden brown.
• STEP 5.In another pan, heat oil and sauté onions until golden brown.
• STEP 6.Add ginger-garlic paste, tomatoes, and spices. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
• STEP 7.Add boiled potatoes and cook until they are well-coated with the spices.
• STEP 8.Add water and simmer until the curry thickens.
• STEP 9.Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with luchis.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to knead the dough well to achieve a soft and pliable texture.
• You can add spices like cumin powder, garam masala, or Kashmiri red chili powder to the aloor dum for extra flavor.
• Serve the luchis and aloor dum immediately after cooking for the best taste and texture.

Storage and Serving

• Luchi aloor dum is best served hot as a main course.
• Leftover luchis can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the luchis in a preheated oven or air fryer to regain crispiness.
• Leftover aloor dum can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.