Stewed potatoes with cauliflower "Aloo Gobi"

Ingredients:

Potatoes with cauliflower

• 1 small head of cauliflower (separated into small florets)
• 1 Russet potato, peeled and cut into 1.5 cm cubes (same size as cauliflower)
• 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste (see recipe below) or 2 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 cup of water (in portions)
• 2 tbsp. l. peanut butter
• 1 large serrano pepper, halved down the middle (keep the halves)
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• Salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Ginger garlic paste

• 1/2 cup whole garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup fresh ginger, peeled and sliced ​​into 1 cm thick slices
• 1/4 tbsp. canola oil

Preparation:

1. In a small bowl, combine the ginger-garlic paste, coriander, turmeric, and 1/2 cup water. This is a simple version of a liquid masala spice mix.
2. In a large saucepan, heat the peanut oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Add the serrano peppers, let them sit for 30 seconds, then add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
   
   Add the liquid masala mixture (be careful, it will also splatter). Cook until the paste thickens, becomes slightly more vibrant in color, and oil appears around the edges, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the cauliflower and potatoes, stirring to coat the vegetables. Season with salt and add 1/2 cup water. Cover and cook over medium heat for 10-15 minutes. Then remove the lid, stir, and simmer until the cauliflower and potatoes are tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.
   
   Ginger Garlic Paste: Place the garlic, ginger, and canola oil in a small food processor. Process until a semi-smooth paste forms. There should still be some tiny pieces, but overall it should resemble a paste.
   
   Store any unused pasta in a small glass jar. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks. It's a delicious addition to marinades, pasta sauces, stir-fries, gravies, and more, and can also be used in slow cooker recipes. We always keep a jar of this pasta in the refrigerator.