Gujarati Aloo Gobi with Fresh Mint

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

Potatoes and cauliflower simmered in a tomato-based sauce with ginger-garlic paste and a burst of fresh mint for a vibrant vegetable medley. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs potatoes, cauliflower, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes potatoes
• 1 small, cut into florets cauliflower
• 1 large, finely chopped onion
• 2 medium, diced tomatoes
• 1-inch, grated ginger
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1, slit green chili
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/4 cup, chopped mint leaves
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• to taste salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tsp cumin powder and toast for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 large onion, finely chopped, sautéing for 5 minutes until golden brown.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1-inch ginger, grated, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and 1 green chili slit, cooking for 1 minute until aromatic.
4. Step 4: Add 2 medium tomatoes, diced, and cook for 5 minutes until tomatoes break down and oil separates from the mixture.
5. Step 5: Stir in 1/2 tsp turmeric powder and 1/2 tsp garam masala, then add 2 medium potatoes, diced, and 1 small cauliflower, cut into florets.
6. Step 6: Pour in 1/2 cup water, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes and cauliflower are tender.
7. Step 7: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves and cook for 2 more minutes. Season with salt to taste.