Delicious and Flavorful Pav Bhaji Recipe

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Delicious and Flavorful Pav Bhaji Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on July 03, 2024

Pav Bhaji is a popular street food from India, consisting of a spicy vegetable mash served with buttered bread rolls. This recipe brings together a blend of flavors and spices, making it a perfect dish for any meal or occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1 cup cauliflower, boiled and mashed
  • 1 cup peas, boiled
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 capsicum, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tbsp pav bhaji masala
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 pav buns, toasted with butter

Directions

  1. In a pan, heat butter and sauté onions until translucent.
  2. Add capsicum and tomatoes, cook until soft.
  3. Add mashed potatoes, cauliflower, peas, pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, and salt.
  4. Mash the vegetables using a masher, adding water as needed for a thick consistency.
  5. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Toast the pav buns with butter.
  7. Serve hot pav bhaji with the buttered buns and chopped onions on the side.

Interesting Facts

  • Pav Bhaji originated as a quick lunch for textile mill workers in Mumbai.
  • The secret to a good Pav Bhaji lies in the proper balance of spices and vegetables.
  • Pav Bhaji is a versatile dish and can be customized with additional toppings like cheese or fried onions.