Pav Bhaji is not just a dish; it’s an experience. The buttery, spicy bhaji, when paired with soft, warm pav, makes for a comforting and satisfying meal. The dish is relatively easy to prepare, with the most time-consuming part being the chopping and boiling of the vegetables. The use of pav bhaji masala, available at Indian grocery stores, is crucial to get that authentic Mumbai street-food flavor.
This dish is high in carbohydrates due to the bread (pav) and the potatoes in the bhaji. It also contains a moderate amount of protein and fats. To make it more nutritious, you can increase the quantity and variety of vegetables.
Enjoy this quintessential Mumbai street food at home, and bring the flavors of India to your kitchen!
Pav Bhaji Recipe
Pav Bhaji is a popular Indian street food originating from Mumbai, consisting of a spicy and flavorful vegetable mash served with buttered, toasted pav (bread rolls). It's a delightful mix of vegetables cooked in a tomato-based gravy, seasoned with pav bhaji masala. This dish is perfect for evenings and can be a crowd-pleaser at gatherings.
Ingredients
For Bhaji:
- 2 cups Mixed vegetables (cauliflower, potatoes, peas, carrots) finely chopped
- 2 Onions finely chopped
- 3 Tomatoes inely chopped
- 1 Green bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons Pav bhaji masala
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- to taste Salt
- 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
For Pav:
- 8 Pav (bread rolls)
- as required for toasting Butter
Instructions
- Cook the Vegetables: Boil the mixed vegetables until soft. Mash them coarsely and set aside.
- Prepare the Bhaji: In a pan, melt butter. Add onions and sauté until translucent. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute. Add bell peppers and tomatoes. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
- Add Spices and Vegetables: Mix in pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, and turmeric. Add the mashed vegetables and mix well. Add water to adjust consistency. Cook for 10-15 minutes. Finish with lemon juice and garnish with coriander leaves.
- Toast the Pav: Slice the pav horizontally without cutting through completely. Butter each side and toast on a pan until crisp and lightly browned.
- Serve: Serve the hot bhaji with the buttered pav, a slice of lemon, and a dollop of butter on top.
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