Modern Pav Bhaji

About this recipe

Delight in the vibrant flavors of this Mumbai street food classic—Pav Bhaji. A medley of mashed vegetables spiced to perfection, served with buttery, golden-brown bread rolls. Perfect for family dinners or weekend gatherings.

Ingredients

• 3 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 cup cauliflower florets, boiled and mashed
• 1 cup green peas, boiled and mashed
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 large tomato, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons pav bhaji masala
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
• 1/4 cup butter
• Salt, to taste
• Water, as needed
• 8 pav (bread rolls)
• 2 tablespoons butter for toasting
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

1. 1

   In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

3. 3

   Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.

5. 5

   Stir in the chopped bell peppers, pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala. Mix well.

6. 6

   Add the mashed potatoes, cauliflower, and green peas. Mix thoroughly.

7. 7

   Add water as needed to reach a smooth, creamy consistency. Season with salt.

8. 8

   Simmer for 10-15 minutes, mashing occasionally, until flavors combine and thicken.

9. 9

   Toast the pav with butter on a griddle until golden and slightly crisp.

10. 10

    Serve the bhaji hot, garnished with cilantro, alongside crispy pavs and lemon wedges.