Ingredients
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6 soaked Kashmiri Red Chillies
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6-7
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Salt as per taste
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Cauliflower, cut into small florets Approx 150 gm
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1 small Carrot, cut into pieces
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1/2 Beetroot, cut into pieces
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3 medium size Potatoes, cut into cubes
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1/2 cup Green Peas
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1/2 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala
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1 cup + more Water
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1 tbsp + more Butter
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1 tsp Oil
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1 tsp Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
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1 tsp Kasuri Methi
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2 medium sized finely chopped Onions
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1 medium sized finely chopped Capsicum
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1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
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1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
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1.5 tsp Coriander Seeds Powder
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1 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala
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4 medium sized chopped Tomatoes
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1/2 cup Water
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Finely chopped Coriander & Onion (to garnish)
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1 Lemon Juice
About
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Pav bhaji is a popular Indian street food originating from Mumbai. It consists of a spicy vegetable mash (bhaji) made from potatoes, tomatoes, peas, and spices, served with buttered, toasted bread rolls (pav). The dish is often garnished with chopped onions, coriander, and a squeeze of lemon. It’s typically enjoyed as a hearty and flavorful snack or meal. Pav bhaji is renowned for its vibrant flavors and is a favorite comfort food across India.
Steps
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Soak 6 Kashmiri Red Chillies in warm water for 3 hours. After soaking, add a little water, 6-7 Garlic Cloves, and salt to taste. Coarsely grind the mixture to make a chutney. Set aside. |
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In a pressure cooker, add 150 gm Cauliflower florets, 1 small Carrot pieces, 1/2 Beetroot pieces, 3 medium-sized Potatoes cubes, 1/2 cup Green Peas, 1/2 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala, and salt to taste. |
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Add 1 cup water and cook for 3-4 whistles. Once done, allow the pressure to release. |
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In a pan, heat 1 tbsp Butter and 1 tsp Oil. Add 1 tsp Cumin Seeds and 1 tsp Kasuri Methi. Let them sizzle. Add 2 finely chopped Onions and fry until golden brown. Add 1 finely chopped Capsicum and sauté for a couple of minutes. |
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Mix in 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder, 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder, 1.5 tsp Coriander Seeds Powder, 1 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala, and salt. Stir well. |
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Add 4 chopped Tomatoes and cook until they soften and the oil separates. Stir in the prepared Mirchi Chutney. |
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Mash the cooked vegetables from the pressure cooker and add them to the pan. Mix thoroughly. |
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Add 1/2 cup water to achieve the desired consistency. Cook on medium heat for 5 minutes. Add finely chopped Coriander and squeeze 1 Lemon over the bhaji. Mix well. |
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Heat some butter on a pan. Sprinkle a little Pav Bhaji Masala. Place the cut Pav on the pan and toast until golden brown, sprinkling some chopped coriander on top. |
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Transfer the Pav Bhaji to a serving plate. Serve with chopped onions and coriander. |
