Unleash the Kashmiri Comfort: Aloo Dum Recipe with a Twist (30 Minutes!)
Craving a unique and flavorful potato dish in under an hour? Look no further than this Kashmiri Aloo Dum recipe! This recipe offers a delightful twist on the classic Kashmiri Dum Aloo, featuring stuffed potatoes simmered in a rich and creamy gravy. Perfect for vegetarians and anyone seeking a taste of culinary adventure, this Aloo Dum is sure to tantalize your taste buds.
Beyond the Ordinary Potato Curry:
This recipe takes the humble potato to a new level. Unlike traditional Dum Aloo recipes, this version features hollowed-out potatoes stuffed with a flavorful mixture of khoya (dried milk solids), cashews, raisins, and a touch of spice. Each bite offers a delightful contrast between the crispy potato shell, the creamy filling, and the rich gravy.
A Symphony of Flavors:
The star of the show is the aromatic gravy. Made with a base of fresh tomatoes and a fragrant spice paste, the gravy boasts a depth of flavor that complements the stuffed potatoes beautifully. Fresh cream adds a touch of luxury, while the option of adding red chili powder allows you to adjust the spice level to your preference.
A Culinary Adventure Awaits:
This recipe offers a glimpse into the vibrant culinary traditions of Kashmir. The unique combination of ingredients and cooking methods creates a flavor profile unlike other potato dishes. Whether you choose to deep-fry the potatoes like the traditional method, or opt for a healthier boiling technique (variation included in the tips!), this recipe allows for some flexibility in the preparation.
Simple Yet Satisfying:
Despite its impressive presentation and rich flavors, Aloo Dum comes together surprisingly easily. With readily available ingredients like potatoes, tomatoes, and basic spices, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknight meals or a delightful weekend dinner. The clear instructions and step-by-step process make it ideal for beginners too!
A Vegetarian Delight:
Naturally vegetarian, Aloo Dum is a fantastic option for those following a plant-based diet. The creamy gravy provides a satisfying richness, while the stuffed potatoes offer a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Pair it with steamed rice, roti, or naan for a complete and flavorful meal.
Exploring Variations:
Feeling adventurous? Consider swapping the deep-frying method for boiling the potatoes for a healthier approach (see tips!). You can also explore a variation that incorporates vegetables like peas or cauliflower into the stuffing mixture.
Ready to Experience Kashmiri Comfort with a Twist?
Gather your ingredients, embrace the warmth of Kashmiri spices, and get ready to indulge in the delightful flavors and textures of this Aloo Dum recipe. With its ease of preparation, unique flavors, and endless possibilities for customization, this dish is sure to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Kashmiri Dum Aloo in Khoya Gravy Recipe
Ingredients
For the stuffed potatoes
- 15 medium potatoes
- ghee for deep frying
To be mixed into a stuffing mixture
- 115 grams khoya
- 4 chopped cashewnuts
- 6 chopped raisins
- 1 chopped green chilli
- salt to taste
For the gravy
- 4 tomatoes
- 2 cloves
- 2 sticks cinnamon
- 2 cardamoms
- 3 tablespoons fresh cream
- 3 tablespoons ghee
- salt to taste
To be ground into a paste (for the gravy)
- 2 onions
- 2 green chillies
- 25 mm. 1″piece ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder haldi
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 4 to 5 red chillies
- 4 cloves garlic
Instructions
For the stuffed potatotes
- Skin the potatoes and prick them.15 medium potatoes
- Deep fry in ghee until cooked.ghee for deep frying
- Scoop the potatoes.15 medium potatoes
- Mash the scooped portion and keep aside.
- Stuff the potatoes with the stuffing mixture.115 grams khoya, 4 chopped cashewnuts, 6 chopped raisins, 1 chopped green chilli, salt to taste
- Apply the mashed potato on top to cover.
For the gravy
- Cut the tomatoes into big pieces, add 2 teacups of water and cook. When soft, take out a soup by passing through a sieve.4 tomatoes
- Heat the ghee in a vessel and fry the paste for at least 3 to 4 minutes. Add the cloves, cinnamon and cardamoms and fry again.2 cloves, 2 sticks cinnamon, 2 cardamoms, 3 tablespoons ghee, 2 onions, 2 green chillies, 25 mm. 1″piece ginger, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 2 teaspoons salt, 4 to 5 red chillies, 4 cloves garlic
- Add the tomato soup, cream and salt. Add 1/2 teaspoon of sugar if required.3 tablespoons fresh cream, salt to taste
How to proceed
- When you want to serve, put the potatoes in the boiling gravy. Alternatively, bake with the gravy in a hot oven at 450°F for 10 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Notes
VARIATION : Boil the potatoes and mash then while hot. Add 1 tablespoon of cornflour and salt to taste. Fill with the above stuffing, make balls and Serve hot.
