Bengali Aloo Phulkopir Dalna, also known as Phulkopi Aloo-r Dalna, is a flavorful dish that does not include onions or garlic. This delightful recipe combines generous portions of cauliflower and potatoes, creating a satisfying and hearty meal.

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- What makes Aloo Phulkopir Dalna special?
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- Aloo Phulkopir Dalna
- Serving Suggestion
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What makes Aloo Phulkopir Dalna special?
Bengalis adore their Luchi paired with a hearty serving of Phulkopi Aloor Dalna, also known as Aloo Phulkopir Dalna, which is distinct from the popular North Indian "Aloo Gobhi". "DALNA" is a traditional Bengali vegetarian gravy dish. "CHANAR DALNA", "DHOKAR DALNA", and others are equally renowned, and you can find both recipes on my blog. Dalna is a mild curry prepared with a tempering of asafoetida and ginger. The way the vegetables are cut sets it apart from other Bengali curries.
A flavorful gravy, devoid of onions and garlic, infused with the fragrance of ginger and asafoetida, and featuring large chunks of potatoes and fried cauliflower, results in a delectable Aloo Phulkopir Dalna. This dish is a quintessential Bengali accompaniment made with cauliflower and potatoes and is considered a signature dish among vegetarian Bengali side dishes.
Pairing Phulkopi Aloor Dalna with Bhoger Khichuri!
This post would be incomplete without mentioning the delightful pairing of Phulkopi Aloor Dalna and Niramish Khichuri. This is a special dish enjoyed during Pujor Bhog and, needless to say, it follows the no onion and no garlic tradition.
Dalna is a mild curry cooked with a tempering of asafoetida and ginger. The way the vegetables are cut sets it apart from other Bengali curries.
This dish is completely different from the famous North Indian dish, Aloo Gobhi. It is a typical Bengali vegetarian gravy dish that is prepared with a tempering of asafoetida and ginger. The cut of the vegetables used in this dish makes it different from other Bengali curries. Apart from Aloo Phulkopir Dalna, there are several other popular Bengali vegetarian gravy dishes, such as Chanar Dalna and Dhokar Dalna, which are equally famous.
Aloo Phulkopir Dalna
Bengali style Aloo Phulkopi Dalna, also known as Aloo Phulkopi Dalna, is a flavorful dish made without onions or garlic. This delightful recipe features large pieces of cauliflower and potatoes cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 6 Aloo /Potato Medium Size cut into two halves
- 1 Phulkopi / Cauliflower medium size cut into medium sized florets
- ½ cup Green Peas optional
- 2 Tomato; medium size
- 1 Tbsp. Ginger paste
- 50 ml Refined Vegetable Oil for deep-frying
- ½ Tbsp. Ghee
Spices
- 1 Tsp. Cumin powder
- 1 Tsp. Bengali Garam Masala Powder
- ½ Tsp. Asafoetida / Hing
- ½ Tsp. Turmeric Powder
- 1 Tsp. Red Chili Powder I prefer to use Kashmiri Red Chili Powder
- 1 Tsp. Salt or to taste
- 1 Tsp. Sugar
Tempering
- ½ Tsp. Cumin Seed
- 2 Bay leave
- 2 Dried Red Chili
Instructions
- Halve the potatoes and cut the cauliflower into medium-sized pieces.
- Create a smooth puree from the tomatoes.
- Coat the potatoes and cauliflower pieces with ¼ teaspoon each of salt and turmeric powder.
- In a frying pan, heat up the oil and fry the potatoes until they turn golden.
- Next, fry the cauliflower florets until they become golden brown.
- Set aside both the fried vegetables.
- In the remaining oil, temper with bay leaf, red chili, cumin seed, and add asafoetida after mixing it with 1 tablespoon of water.
- Add the tomato puree and ginger paste to the tempering and sauté for two minutes.
- Include cumin powder, garam masala powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, sugar, and salt, and sauté until oil begins to separate from the mixture.
- If desired, add green peas.
- Add the fried potatoes and sauté for 5 minutes on low heat.
- Pour in 1 cup of water and cook with a lid on for 5 minutes on low heat until the potatoes become tender.
- Now, add the fried cauliflower and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in ½ cup of water and simmer the "DALNA" on medium heat until it reaches the desired consistency and aroma.
- Add ghee and thoroughly mix it with the Dalna.
- Turn off the heat and serve it hot with "LUCHI", "KOCHURI", "PARATHA", or "RICE".
Notes
- You have the freedom to modify the amount of salt and chili powder according to your taste.
- If you prefer, you can exclude sugar entirely or replace it with Jaggery.
- Additionally, you can use ghee instead of oil, or vice versa, when preparing the dish. It's worth noting that my recipe has a moderate calorie content, but using only ghee will increase the calorie count, while using only oil will result in a lower calorie version.
Nutrition
Serving Suggestion
Aloo Phulkapir Dalna can be served with Luchi / Kachori / Paratha or Rice and obviously with Khichuri.
Bengali Recipes from Debjanir Rannaghar
- Biyebarir Fish Butter Fry (also known as Bhetki Batter Fry)
- Joggi Barir Mangsho (also known as Biyebarir Mutton Curry)
- Niramish Bhuni Khichuri (also known as Bengali Bhuni Khichuri)
- Haas-er Dim Bhapa (also known as Bengali Bhapa Dim | Duck Egg Bhapa)
- Neem Begun (also known as Stir-fried Neem leaves and Eggplant)
- Gokul Pithe (also known as Bengali Madan Gokul Pitha)
- Dimer Dalna (also known as Bengali Egg Curry with Potato)
- Bori Aloor Jhal (also known as Bengali Bori’r Jhal)
- Piajkoli ar Aloo diye Tangra Macher Jhol (also known as Bengali Light fish curry prepared with Tyangra Maach, Onion Stalks and Potato)
- Shorshe Bata diye Parshe Macher Jhal (also known as Mullet Fish in Mustard Gravy)
- Bhapa Doi (also known as Bengali Steamed Yogurt)
- Bengali Mete Chorchori (also known as Mutton Liver side with Potato chunks)
- Mangshor Jhol (also known as Bengali light Mutton curry)
- Bou Khuda (also known as Boua Pulao or Bou Khudi)
Have you tried the Phulkopi aloor Dalna aka Aloo Phulkopir Torkari recipe from Debjanir Rannaghar!
Do let me know how it came out. Also, I would love to see a picture of the same which you can share here at dolonchttrj@gmail.com. Meanwhile, on Instagram, you can use my hashtag #debjanirrannaghar and in addition, you can tag me at @foodofdebjani.
abbeautycare says
good blog
Debjani says
Thanks
Madhu says
This is just an excellent phulkopir dalna recipe. Thank you Debjani. I love your recipes.
Debjani says
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Ramya says
This is delicious! Thank you so much for this recipe. Never though Aloo Gobi could taste this good!