Diwali 2025: Add Royal Kashmiri Dum Aloo To Your Festive Feast

By Shreya Sarpal

October 17, 2025

Kashmiri dum aloo is a creamy, spiced potato curry from the Kashmir valley. The yoghurt-based gravy infused with fennel and ginger creates a rich, aromatic dish perfect for festive meals or weekend indulgence.

Ingredients

10-12 baby potatoes 1 cup curd 1 tsp kashmiri red chilli powder 1 tsp fennel powder ½ tsp ginger powder 1 pinch asafoetida Salt, cumin seeds, oil as needed

Step 1

Boil and peel baby potatoes; prick with a fork.

Step 2

Fry until golden and set aside.

Step 3

Heat oil, add cumin, asafoetida, and chilli powder.

Step 4

Add whisked curd, fennel, ginger powder, and salt.

Step 5

Mix in potatoes; simmer 10 minutes, then serve hot.