Aloo Dum Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Aloo Dum
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 kg potato (small and round); oil (for frying); salt; 125 g onion paste; 30 g ginger paste; 50 g curds; 1 ½ teaspoons red chili powder; 6 cloves; 2 cinnamon sticks; 5 cardamom; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 ½ teaspoons turmeric powder; ½ teaspoon garam masala powder; ½ teaspoon sugar; 1 lemon, juice of; 5 green chilies; 25 g fresh coriander leaves

Servings: persons

12 kg potato (small and round)
oil (for frying)
salt
125 g onion paste
30 g ginger paste
50 g curds
1 ½ teaspoons red chili powder
6 cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
5 cardamom
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 ½ teaspoons turmeric powder
½ teaspoon garam masala powder
½ teaspoon sugar
1 lemon, juice of
5 green chilies
25 g fresh coriander leaves

1
Peel the small and round potatoes and keep in salty water for 1/2 hour.
2
Fry in oil till golden brown and firm.
3
Keep aside.
4
Take oil in a handi and crackle the cloves, cinnamon and cardamom.
5
Add the onion paste.
6
Stir for about 5-6 minutes till oil comes to the sides.
7
Add the ginger paste and stir for another 2 minutes.
8
Add red chilli powder and turmeric powder.
9
Bhunno (simmer).
10
Broil cummin seeds in a dry pan and grind them to a powder.
11
Add sugar and broiled cummin powder and stir for 2 minutes.
12
Beat the curd and add to the handi.
13
Lower the temperature and immerse the fried potatoes for simmering.
14
Cook till potatoes are tender by covering the top of the handi.
15
Do not let the steam escape.
16
Add garam masala powder and close the lid.
17
Take off the fire.
18
Serve hot garnished with slit green chillies and chopped coriander leaves.

2472

kcal

Calories

Fat

560

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 kg potato (small and round), oil (for frying), salt, 125 g onion paste, and more.

Yes, Aloo Dum falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aloo Dum

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