Classic Pav Bhaji
Traditional dish · Indian
A beloved Mumbai street food, this classic Pav Bhaji features a medley of mashed vegetables cooked in a rich, spicy tomato-based gravy, served with buttered, toasted bread rolls (pav).
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Ingredients
- Mixed vegetables (potatoes, cauliflower, peas, carrots, bell peppers)4 cups, chopped
- Onions, finely chopped2 medium
- Tomatoes, pureed2 cups
- Ginger-garlic paste2 tbsp
- Pav Bhaji Masala3 tbsp
- Turmeric powder1/2 tsp
- Red chili powder1 tsp
- Cumin seeds1 tsp
- Butter4 tbsp
- Oil2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Wateras needed
- Pav (bread rolls)8
- Fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish)2 tbsp
- Lemon wedges (for serving)4
Steps
- 1
Boil and mash the mixed vegetables until soft. Set aside.
- 2
Heat oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- 3
Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 4
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
- 5
Add pureed tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates from the masala.
- 6
Add the mashed vegetables and Pav Bhaji masala. Mix well. Add water as needed to achieve a thick gravy consistency.
- 7
Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bhaji is well-cooked and flavors meld.
- 8
Meanwhile, toast the pav on a tawa (griddle) with butter until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- 9
Serve the hot bhaji garnished with a dollop of butter, chopped coriander, and a lemon wedge. Serve with the toasted pav.
