How to Make Classic Pav Bhaji at Home

Pav Bhaji is one of the most beloved Indian street foods and a true taste of Mumbai. This spicy and buttery mashed vegetable dish, served with toasted pav buns, is easy to make at home, especially with authentic Indian spices in the USA from Wabhai Foods. Follow this recipe to recreate the classic Mumbai Pav Bhaji in your kitchen.

Ingredients

• 3 potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 cup cauliflower, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup green peas
• 1 tsp Wabhai Foods Ground Turmeric
• 1 tsp Wabhai Foods Red Chili Powder
• 2 tsp Wabhai Foods Ground Coriander
• 2 tsp Wabhai Foods Ground Cumin
• 2 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• Salt to taste
• Butter for cooking
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• Pav buns

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Vegetables: Start by boiling potatoes, cauliflower, and green peas until they are tender. Mash them together and set aside.
2. Prepare the Bhaji: In a large pan, heat butter and add finely chopped onions. Sauté until golden brown, then add ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute.
3. Add Spices and Tomatoes: Stir in chopped tomatoes along with Wabhai Foods Ground Turmeric, Red Chili Powder, Ground Coriander, and Ground Cumin. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the spices are well incorporated.
4. Combine with Vegetables: Add the mashed vegetables and chopped bell pepper. Mix in Pav Bhaji Masala and salt to taste. Cook on medium heat, mashing and stirring until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
5. Finish with Butter: Add a generous dollop of butter and let it melt into the bhaji. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves for an extra burst of freshness.
6. Toast the Pav: Butter the pav buns and toast them on a hot pan until golden and crispy.
7. Serve: Serve the hot bhaji with buttered pav buns, alongside chopped onions and a squeeze of lime for that authentic Pav Bhaji experience.

Cooking Tips

• Extra Flavour: For those who love a spicier bhaji, increase the amount of Wabhai Foods Red Chili Powder or add finely chopped green chilies.
• Perfect Texture: Use a potato masher to ensure the bhaji is smooth and the vegetables are well blended.

Enjoy the Authentic Taste of Mumbai

Making Pav Bhaji at home is simple and rewarding, especially with the right ingredients. With Wabhai Foods' Indian spices in the USA, you can bring the authentic flavours of Mumbai Pav Bhaji to your kitchen. Whether you're cooking for family or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to be a hit.

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