Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

a taste of India

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 25m
Servings: 3
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (20 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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For garnish and side:

Nutritional Information

332
сalories
13,8
fat
47,8g
carbohydrates
7,1g
protein
10mg
cholesterol
114mg
sodium
Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

Recipe Description

This Pav Bhaji – Indian curry is one of my favorite Indian-inspired dishes. This recipe is a super delicious curry which is prepared using mixed vegetables and is served with homemade warm rolls, known as pav, which are toasted in butter. It’s easy to make this recipe vegan by using a vegan alternative to butter. 

To make this, start by cooking potatoes and vegetables. Sauté onions and garlic and season using cumin seeds, pav bhaji masala, and chili powder. Add water to make the sauce and cook. To make the toasted bread rolls, combine butter with chili powder and chaat masala. Brush the buns with the butter mixture and toast on a hot pan. Serve all parts of the dish on a serving platter and enjoy. 

To make my Pav Bhaji – Indian curry, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook potatoes

    5 min
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    Peel 3 potatoes and dice them into cubes. Place the potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and sprinkle them with water. Cover the bowl with a lid. Microwave for 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add bell pepper, tomatoes and green peas

    3 min
    Step 2 - Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

    Add chopped bell pepper, tomatoes, green peas and continue to microwave for another 3 minutes. Remove the bowl from the microwave and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté onions and garlic

    3 min
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    Heat butter or vegetable oil in a pan and add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds. Cook for a few seconds before adding ¾ cup of onions, 3 finely chopped garlic cloves, and salt and sauté until the onions turn translucent.

  4. 4

    Add chili

    1 min
    Step 4 - Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

    Add 1 - 1½ teaspoons of red chili powder and cook for 1 minute. Reserve 1-2 tablespoons of the spicy onion mix to serve as a spicy side for the curry.

  5. 5

    Make curry

    5 min
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    Add all cooked vegetables and mash everything together. Add 1-2 teaspoons of pav bhaji masala, salt to taste and water to create your desired consistency. Bring the dish to boil. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  6. 6

    Add cilantro

    1 min
    Step 6 - Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

    Remove the pot from the heat and stir through 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro leaves.

  7. 7

    Make butter spread for toasting bread rolls

    1 min
    Step 7 - Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

    Combine melted butter with red chili powder and chat masala in a small bowl. Mix well.

  8. 8

    Toast

    2 min
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    Heat a non-stick pan and brush each pav / roll with the butter mixture. Place the buttered rolls on the pan to toast them.

  9. 9

    Serve

    Step 9 - Pav Bhaji – Indian curry

    On a serving plate add the curry on one side. Garnish the curry with cilantro leaves and butter. On the other side of the serving plate, arrange the toasted bread, chopped onions, lemon slice, cilantro leaves, and ½ a tablespoon of the reserved sautéed spicy onion mix.

This Pav Bhaji - Indian curry is a delicious warming vegetarian Indian-inspired curry. Don’t forget to tag #CookMeRecipes if you decide to try this taste of India!

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (20 reviews)
Xena Johnson
January 6, 2025
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Lit!

Mia
February 6, 2024
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Amazing! Made it for my husband's birthday and we both loved it. Definitely a recipe to keep.

Yari
December 26, 2023
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I made this Pav Bhaji for my family last weekend. It was super easy and delicious. My kids loved it, and we even had some leftovers for lunch. A great recipe!

Paola Garcia
November 12, 2023
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¡Riquísimo, realmente fácil! Hice esto para una cena y mis amigos adoraron. Me senti super orgullosa de cocinar algo tan bueno. Definitivamente lo haré de nuevo, es un placer tenerlo en casa.

Pinky
October 10, 2023
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Delicieuse! My kids loved it, and I was so happy to see them enjoy vegetables!

Maya
October 10, 2023
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Wow, this Pav Bhaji was so easy to make! I whipped it up for a family night and everyone loved it. The flavor was outta this world and the rolls made it even better. Definitely making again!

Hannah
October 1, 2023
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Superb dish taste!

Elena
October 1, 2023
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So yummy! Made this for my friends, and we devoured it like it was a festival feast! Definitely bringing this to our next potluck.

Bella
August 23, 2023
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Absolutely loved it! We made it for family night, and the kids couldn't get enough. The toasted buns and curry were a hit! Yummy, quick, fun!

Patricia
August 8, 2023
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Delicioso y fácil.

Patricia
June 16, 2023
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This dish brought my family together last weekend.

Tina Roberts
June 12, 2023
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This Pav Bhaji is super easy! My kids loved helping out.

Laura Smith
February 15, 2023
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I made this Pav Bhaji for my husband's birthday and it was a hit! So easy to prepare, and the flavors were out of this world. We loved the warm rolls with the spicy curry. Definitely my new go-to recipe!

Zara Johnson
November 26, 2022
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Exceptional! I made this Pav Bhaji for a small gathering and everyone loved it. The blend of spices and the warm, toasted buns just made the evening perfect. So simple to prepare, and yet a hit!

Xena
August 3, 2022
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So simple, yet so tasty. I made this Pav Bhaji for my family on a rainy evening, and it brought us all together. The flavors were bright and comforting, just like my grandmother used to make. A delightful ride down memory lane.

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