Irresistible Masala Pav: A Healthier Twist on Mumbai Street Food
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About Irresistible Masala Pav: A Healthier Twist on Mumbai Street Food
Craving the vibrant explosion of Mumbai street food but watching your waistline? This Masala Pav recipe captures the authentic flavors of the classic dish with a healthy, lighter twist. Imagine soft pav buns bursting with a fragrant potato and pea masala, a symphony of spices dancing on your palate.Forget deep-fried vada pav! This version boasts a quick and easy filling, infused with aromatic ginger, garlic, and green chilies. It's the perfect guilt-free indulgence for a satisfying breakfast, a leisurely brunch, or an anytime snack attack.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Masala Filling
- 2 medium Potatoes boiled and mashed
- 2 tbsp Peas green
- 1 medium Onion finely chopped
- 3 medium Tomatoes finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
- 2 Chilies finely chopped, green
- 2 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala
- ½ tsp Chili Powder or to taste, red
- 1 ½ tsp Salt or to taste
- 1 tbsp Coriander chopped
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tbsp Butter
For Assembling the Pav
- 8 Pav Buns
- 1 tbsp Butter for the pav
- 1 tbsp Chutney green
- 1 tbsp Tamarind Chutney
- 1 tbsp Onion finely chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. This builds a flavor base for the masala.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and break down, forming a thick paste, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the pav bhaji masala and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices. Then, add the green peas and sauté for another minute.
- Add the mashed potatoes to the pan. Mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes, mashing the potatoes slightly to incorporate them into the masala. This creates a cohesive filling.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon of green chutney, and tamarind chutney. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. This brightens the flavors of the masala.
- To prepare the pav buns, slice each bun in half horizontally. Spread butter on the cut sides of each half.
- Toast the buttered pav buns in a pan over medium heat until golden brown and slightly crispy. This adds a delightful texture.
- Spread green chutney on one half of each pav bun. Top with a generous spoonful of the potato masala.
- Drizzle tamarind chutney over the masala and sprinkle with chopped onions.
- Cover with the other half of the pav bun. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Masala Pav!
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
- For extra flavor, toast the pav buns on the pan with a generous smear of butter and a sprinkle of pav bhaji masala until golden and crisp—this infuses the bread with spice and aroma.
- If you prefer a vegan version, substitute dairy butter with vegan butter or a neutral oil, and double-check the pav buns for dairy content.
- To amp up the tang and freshness, garnish the finished masala pav with finely chopped raw onions, cilantro, and a generous squeeze of lemon juice just before serving.
- The potato and green pea masala can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days; simply reheat and assemble the pav for a quick snack or brunch on busy days.
Expert Tips
- For a spicier pav bhaji, add a few finely chopped green chilies to the masala while cooking.
- Adjust the consistency of the bhaji by adding a little water or vegetable broth if it's too thick, or simmering it uncovered for a few minutes if it's too thin.
- Serve the pav bhaji with a side of chopped onions, a wedge of lemon, and some extra pav bhaji masala for guests to customize their spice level.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover pav bhaji in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 107kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.4gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 855mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
Meera Girdhar
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What a great recipe! Thanks for sharing.
This looks incredible! I need to try it.
Looks so yummy! Excited to make it.
Dil maange more.
Agree with you on going for healthier version wherever possible, Meera.
I believe in the saying, Something is better than nothing..so why not make some healthy substitute and still enjoy….
It’s looking really yummy.
Looks so mouthwatering! Thanks for sharing.