Spicy Indian Pav Bhaji with Buttered Rolls
A Hearty, Flavor-Packed Street Food Delight
Enjoy the classic Indian street food, Pav Bhaji, a hearty mashed vegetable curry served with soft, buttery rolls.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Bhaji
For the Buttered Rolls
Preparation
Preparing the Bhaji
Heat oil and butter
Heat oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat.
Add cumin seeds
Add cumin seeds, allowing them to sizzle.
Sauté onions
Stir in onions and sauté until golden brown.
Cook tomatoes
Add tomatoes and cook until soft and oil starts to separate.
Add spices
Incorporate Pav Bhaji masala and red chili powder, and sauté for 2 minutes.
Adjust spice levels by adding more or less red chili powder.
Mix vegetables
Add mashed vegetables and mix well, cooking for another 10 minutes while mashing further.
Simmer
Adjust consistency with water if too thick; simmer for 20 minutes.
Do not let the bhaji stick to the bottom; stir frequently.
Season and garnish
Season with salt and garnish with cilantro.
Cooking Process
Simmering
Allow the bhaji to simmer until the flavors meld and the mixture thickens slightly.
Toasting the Rolls
Split pav rolls in half, spread with butter, and sprinkle with Pav Bhaji masala. Toast on a hot griddle until golden and crisp.
Plating & Serving
Spicy Indian Pav Bhaji with Buttered Rolls
Spicy Indian Pav Bhaji with Buttered Rolls
Serve and Garnish
Serve the bhaji hot in a bowl topped with a pat of butter alongside the buttered pav. Accompany with lime wedges for a zesty twist.