Pav Bhaji is a popular Indian street food dish, especially in the state of Maharashtra. It's a spicy mashed vegetable dish served with buttered bread rolls. Here's a basic recipe to make Pav Bhaji at home:

Ingredients:

For the Bhaji:

• 3 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, cauliflower, bell peppers), finely chopped
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 3 large tomatoes, finely chopped Shop now:- Heart Combo
• 4-5 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
• 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust according to your spice preference)
• 1 tablespoon pav bhaji masala (readily available in Indian grocery stores)
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
• Lemon wedges for serving Shop now:- Cute but Scorpio Mug

For the Pav (bread rolls):

• 8 pav (dinner rolls)
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bhaji:

   • Heat oil and butter in a large pan or kadhai.
   • Add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté until they turn golden brown.
   • Add chopped onions and green chilies. Cook until onions turn translucent.
   • Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
   • Now, add all the chopped vegetables and mix well. Shop now:- Lily Mug
   • Add pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix everything thoroughly.
   • Add mashed potatoes and mix well until all the vegetables are well combined.
   • Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are cooked and the flavors meld together.
   • Mash the mixture using a potato masher until you get a smooth consistency. Add water if the mixture is too thick.
   • Once done, turn off the heat. Your Bhaji is ready.

2. Prepare the Pav:

   • Slit the pav horizontally, keeping one edge intact. Shop now:- Daisy Bloom Mug
   • Heat a griddle or tawa and melt butter on it.
   • Place the pav on the griddle and toast them until they are lightly browned and crisp on both sides.

3. Serve:

   • Garnish the Bhaji with freshly chopped coriander leaves and a dollop of butter.
   • Serve hot with buttered pav, lemon wedges, and some finely chopped onions on the side.

Enjoy your homemade Pav Bhaji! Adjust the spices and vegetables according to your taste preferences.

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