Mumbai-Style Pav Bhaji Recipe : Craving Mumbai’s iconic street food? This authentic Pav Bhaji recipe brings the flavors of Juhu Beach right to your kitchen! A delicious mix of mashed vegetables cooked in aromatic spices, served with buttery toasted buns – it’s comfort food at its best.

Pav Bhaji Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Bhaji (Vegetable Curry):

  • 3-4 boiled potatoes

  • ½ cup cauliflower florets

  • ½ cup green peas

  • 1 beetroot (peeled & grated, for natural color)

  • 2 onions (finely chopped)

  • 1 tomato (finely chopped)

  • 2 green chilies

  • 4 garlic cloves

  • 3 tbsp Pav Bhaji masala

  • 1 tsp red chili powder

  • ½ cup tomato puree

  • 3 tbsp butter + extra for serving

  • Salt to taste

  • Fresh coriander (for garnish)

For Serving:

  • 6-8 pav (dinner rolls)

  • Lemon wedges

  • Finely chopped onions

How to Make Pav Bhaji? (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Cook & Mash the Vegetables

  1. Pressure cook potatoes, cauliflower, and peas until soft.

  2. Mash them coarsely using a potato masher.

Step 2: Prepare the Masala Base

  1. Heat oil in a large pan, sauté onions, green chilies, and garlic.

  2. Add tomatoes and cook until mushy.

  3. Blend this mixture into a smooth paste (optional but enhances texture).

Step 3: Combine & Simmer

  1. In the same pan, melt butter and add the masala paste.

  2. Stir in tomato puree, chili powder, and Pav Bhaji masala.

  3. Add mashed vegetables and grated beetroot (for vibrant color).

  4. Pour 2-3 cups water and simmer for 10-15 mins until thick.

Step 4: Toast the Pav

  1. Slice pav buns horizontally.

  2. Heat butter on a griddle, toast until golden and crisp.

Step 5: Serve Hot!

  • Garnish bhaji with butter, coriander, and a squeeze of lemon.

  • Serve with toasted pav, onions, and lemon wedges.

Why This Recipe Works?

 Restaurant-Style Taste – The secret is in slow-cooking the masala.
Nutritious & Wholesome – Packed with fiber-rich veggies.
Meal Prep Friendly – Bhaji tastes even better the next day!

Pro Tips for the Best Pav Bhaji

 Use Amul Butter – For authentic Mumbai flavor.

 Adjust Spice Level – Add more green chilies if you like it hot.
Extra Toppings – Grated cheese or paneer for a gourmet twist.