Aaloo Gobhi [Potato-Cauliflower] - Ma Jaisa...

My measure of a food well done is whether or not it tastes "Ma jaisa..." .. like my mom's. If it does, I am happy and eat a little more than I would normally.

So, even though "Aaloo - Gobhi" is a simple everyday vegetarian side, there are numerous variations of the same. This one is one of my favorites - my "Ma" used to make it usually for breakfast along with paratha. This is how it is made ...

Aaloo Gobhi

1. Cut and wash 2 Potatoes and 1 medium sized Cauliflower in cube sized dices.
2. Rub a little turmeric and salt to the vegetables
3. In a wok, heat some oil and saute the vegetables lightly
3. Take the vegetables out of oil and keep aside
4. In the same oil, add 3 cardamom, 1" cinnamon, 3-4 cloves and cumin seeds
5. When the spices start to splutter, add 1/2" of ginger julian and chopped onions (1/2 onion)
6. Fry the onions till they turn golden yellow
7. Add 1/2 tspn turmeric powder and 1/2 tspn chilly powder and fry for another 2 minutes
8. Add the saute'd vegetables and stir nicely for another 2 minutes
9. Add chopped tomatoes (1) to the wok and salt according to the taste
10. Fry some more. When the vegetables appear to be nicely mixed and glazed with the spices, add 1/2 glass of water and cover the wok
11. Let the vegetables cook for 5-8 minutes in low flame
12. Just before taking off, add a tspn of ghee and stir lightly

The smell of the food will tell you that it is ready ... eat with parathas for a delicious lunch, dinner or breakfast!