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
- In a pan, heat butter and sauté onions until translucent.
- Add capsicum and tomatoes, cook until soft.
- Add mashed potatoes, cauliflower, peas, pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, and salt.
- Mash the vegetables using a masher, adding water as needed for a thick consistency.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toast the pav buns with butter.
- 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.