10 Irresistible Desi Aloo Dishes for Lunch & Dinner

By : Sneha Singh November 01. 2025 ShutterStock

Aloo Gobi

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Dum Aloo

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Jeera Aloo

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Aloo Matar

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Aloo Baingan

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Aloo Tikki

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Aloo Paratha

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Aloo Tamatar Curry

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Aloo Bharta

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Aloo Fry

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