Pao Bhaji
Pao Bhaji is a classic Indian vegetarian dish, made with mixed vegetables and served with delicious soft bread. This is popular across the subcontinent and is famously eaten as street food in Mumbai and other Indian cities.
Ingredients
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- Chaat Masala1 teaspoon
- Coriander Powder1 teaspoon
- Peppercorn1 teaspoon
- Red Chilli Powder1 teaspoon
- Black Cardamom2
- Cumin Seeds
- Coriander Seeds1 teaspoon
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- Water1 litre
- Peas1 cup
- Carrots1 cup
- Potatoes, Cubed4 – 5
- SaltTo taste
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- Butter2 tablespoon
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- Onion1, finely chopped
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- Oil1 teaspoon
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- Green Chillies3, finely chopped
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- Tomatoes2, cubed
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- Turmeric Powder½ teaspoon
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- Garlic Paste½ teaspoon
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- Paprika PowderA pinch
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- WaterAs required
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- Food Color1 teaspoon
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- Corianderfor garnish
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- Lemon1
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- Butter1 teaspoon
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- Coriander1 teaspoon
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- Dinner RollAs required
Preparation
- In a grinder, add chaat masala, coriander powder, peppercorn, red chili powder, black cardamom, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and cinnamon sticks. Grind into a fine powder.
- In a pot add water, peas, potatoes, carrots and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Add the boiled vegetables into a bowl and mash until smooth.
- Grease a pot with butter and add in onions, saute until brown.
- Add oil and stir in green chilies and tomatoes. Cover with a lid and let the pot simmer for 5 minutes.
- Uncover the pot and with a masher, mash the mixture inside before adding in the previously mashed vegetables. Mix well.
- Add turmeric powder, garlic paste, paprika powder, water, and the ground masala.
- Pour in some food color and mix well. Garnish with coriander and squeeze a lemon.
- Grease a pan with butter, and sprinkle in some coriander.
- Enjoy! Please give us your feedback in the comments below.
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