Vegan Pav Bhaji

Experience the vibrant flavors of India with this mouthwatering Vegan Pav Bhaji, a plant-based twist on the classic street food favorite! Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender cauliflower, hearty potatoes, and sweet carrots, this dish is bursting with nutrients and bold spices. The rich and flavorful bhaji, simmered in a medley of tomatoes, bell peppers, and aromatic pav bhaji masala, pairs perfectly with golden toasted whole wheat pav buns slathered in vegan butter. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder is an ideal weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing party dish. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon, for an authentic and satisfying culinary escape to the streets of Mumbai.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cauliflower florets
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 0.5 cup Green peas
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Onion
• 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 3 tablespoons Vegan butter
• 2 tablespoons Pav Bhaji masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro
• 1 medium Lemon
• 8 pieces Whole wheat pav buns
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter for toasting buns

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes and carrot into small cubes. Chop the cauliflower into small florets. Dice the bell pepper and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, add the diced potatoes, cauliflower florets, green peas, and diced carrot. Add enough water to cover the vegetables and bring to a boil. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Using a potato masher or fork, mash the boiled vegetables coarsely and set them aside.

Step 4

Finely chop the onion and tomatoes. Heat 3 tablespoons of vegan butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

Step 5

Add the ginger-garlic paste to the onions and sauté for an additional 2 minutes until the raw aroma dissipates.

Step 6

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and mushy, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, turmeric, and salt. Cook the spices with the tomatoes for 2 minutes to release their flavors.

Step 8

Add the bell pepper to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 9

Add the mashed vegetables to the spice mixture. Mix well and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or pav bhaji masala if needed. If the mixture appears too thick, add a little water to reach the desired consistency.

Step 11

Finely chop the cilantro and add it to the bhaji. Squeeze in the juice of the lemon and stir well.

Step 12

Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of vegan butter. Slice the pav buns horizontally and toast them lightly in the skillet until golden brown on both sides.

Step 13

Serve the bhaji hot with the toasted pav buns on the side. Garnish with additional cilantro and lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1917.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2239.3

Total Fat 77.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4789.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 343.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.3g	0%
Total Sugars 54.7g
Protein 58.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 434.0mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 4928.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.2%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 59.7%