Here's a recipe for Pav Bhaji, a popular Indian street food dish:
Ingredients:
2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
1 cup cauliflower florets, boiled and mashed
1/2 cup green peas, boiled and mashed
1/2 cup carrots, boiled and mashed
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 large capsicum (bell pepper), finely chopped
2 tomatoes, finely chopped
4-5 cloves of garlic, minced
1-inch piece of ginger, grated
2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust according to your spice preference)
2 tablespoons Pav Bhaji masala
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
Butter for cooking
Fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped
Juice of half a lemon
8 Pav (bread rolls)
Butter for serving
For garnish:
Finely chopped onion
Fresh coriander leaves
Instructions:
Heat a tablespoon of butter in a large pan or kadhai over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped onions and green chilies. Cook until the onions turn translucent.
Add the chopped capsicum and cook for a few minutes until it becomes soft.
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy and the oil starts to separate.
Now, add the mashed potatoes, cauliflower, peas, and carrots to the pan. Mix well.
Add the Pav Bhaji masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix everything thoroughly.
Cook the mixture on low heat for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. You can add a little water if the mixture seems dry.
Once the Pav Bhaji is cooked, mash it further with a potato masher or the back of a spoon to achieve a smoother consistency.
Add the chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice. Mix well.
In a separate pan, melt a little butter and toast the Pav (bread rolls) until they become slightly crisp and golden.
Serve the hot Pav Bhaji with a dollop of butter, a sprinkle of finely chopped onion, and fresh coriander leaves on top. Serve the toasted Pav on the side.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Pav Bhaji!