Dum Aloo Recipe : If you love rich, creamy, and flavorful potato curry, then Dhaba-style Dum Aloo is a must-try! This restaurant-style dish is a North Indian favorite, featuring tender baby potatoes simmered in a spicy, aromatic gravy. The best part? You can easily make it at home with simple ingredients and a few expert tips. Follow this step-by-step recipe to recreate the magic of dhaba-style Dum Aloo in your kitchen!

Why You’ll Love This Dum Aloo Recipe

 Authentic Dhaba Flavor – Just like the ones served in roadside eateries!
Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal effort.
Perfect for Any Meal – Pairs well with naan, roti, or steamed rice.

Ingredients You’ll Need

 Baby potatoes (lightly boiled)
Cashews, cinnamon, cloves, cumin, black cardamom
Bay leaf, onions, fresh coriander
Yogurt, green chilies, tomatoes
Garlic, ginger, turmeric, red chili powder
Kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Potatoes

  1. Take boiled baby potatoes and prick them with a fork.

  2. In a bowl, mix them with turmeric, salt, red chili powder, and yogurt.

  3. Let them marinate for 10 minutes for better flavor absorption.

Step 2: Prepare the Spice Paste

  1. Heat oil in a pan and lightly roast cashews, cinnamon, cloves, cumin, black cardamom, and bay leaf.

  2. Add onions, garlic, and ginger, sauté until golden.

  3. Blend into a smooth paste along with chopped tomatoes.

Step 3: Cook the Gravy

  1. Heat oil in a kadhai, add cumin and hing (asafoetida).

  2. Pour in the blended paste and cook until oil separates.

  3. Add turmeric, coriander powder, chili powder, and salt.

Step 4: Fry & Simmer the Potatoes

  1. In a separate pan, shallow-fry the marinated potatoes until golden.

  2. Add them to the gravy along with kasuri methi.

  3. Pour in some water and simmer for 5-7 minutes.

  4. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Pro Tips for the Best Dum Aloo

 Use baby potatoes – They absorb flavors better and stay tender.
Roast spices well – Enhances the depth of flavor.
Don’t skip kasuri methi – It adds a unique aroma.

Serving Suggestions

 Pair with buttery naan or fluffy jeera rice.
Serve with pickled onions and raita for extra zest.