How to Make Pav Bhaji - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pav Bhaji is a popular street food dish from the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is a delicious and flavorful dish that is made with a medley of vegetables, simmered and mashed together, and served with soft, buttery bread rolls called pav. This dish is a favorite among both locals and visitors, and is often enjoyed as a quick and filling snack or as a hearty meal.

The origins of pav bhaji can be traced back to the 19th century, when it was created as a fast and filling meal for mill ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped green chile peppers
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 1 cup chopped roma (plum) tomatoes
  • 2 cups cauliflower, finely chopped
  • 1 cup chopped cabbage
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 4 potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 3 tablespoons pav bhaji masala
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 8 (2 inch square) dinner rolls
  • ½ tablespoon butter
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped green chile peppers
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat the oil in a wok over medium heat. Saute garlic and green chile for 30 seconds, then stir in onions and ginger. Cook until onions are brown. Add tomatoes, and cook until pasty. Stir in cauliflower, cabbage, peas, carrots and potatoes. Season with pav bhaji masala. Cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt, and stir in lemon juice.
  • Toast the dinner rolls, and spread lightly with butter. Serve garnished with chopped onion, green chile and cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    652 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 375mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 79g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 82mg
    • Calcium: 202mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1161mg