Masala Pav

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (use any neutral oil; can substitute with butter)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Paste (store‑bought or freshly minced garlic)
• 1 large Onion (finely chopped)
• 1 cup Bell Pepper (finely chopped, any colour)
• 2 large Tomato (finely chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder (ground cilantro)
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (ground turmeric)
• 0.5 teaspoon Red Chili Powder (adjust heat level)
• 2 tablespoons Pav Bhaji Masala (store‑bought blend; optional extra 1 tsp for extra kick)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Grated Cheese (optional; any meltable cheese like mozzarella or cheddar)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (for second pan; can use oil instead)
• 2 tablespoons Green Peas (frozen or fresh, thawed)
• 1 pinch Kasuri Methi (dried fenugreek leaves, crushed)
• 4 pieces Pav (Indian Bread Rolls) (soft buns, sliced horizontally)
• 1 teaspoon Butter (for garnish) (optional, melted)

Instructions

1. Heat Oil and Sauté Garlic

   Place the skillet over low to medium flame, add 2 tbsp oil and let it heat. Add 1 tsp garlic paste and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Low to medium heat

2. Cook Onions

   Add the finely chopped large onion to the pan. Sauté for 1½ minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion turns translucent and just starts to turn golden.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

3. Add Bell Pepper

   Stir in 1 cup finely chopped bell pepper and cook for another 1 minute, just enough to soften slightly without losing crunch.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium heat

4. Tomatoes and Salt

   Add the chopped tomatoes and ½ tsp salt. Mix well, cover the pan, and let it cook for 2 minutes. Then uncover and mash the tomatoes with the back of a spoon until they soften.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium heat

5. Spice It Up

   Sprinkle 1 tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp red chili powder and 2 tbsp pav bhaji masala. Stir continuously for 1 minute, then mash the mixture again to combine the spices evenly.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium heat

6. Finish the Masala Base

   Add 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro and 2 tbsp grated cheese (if using). Mix until the cheese melts into the masala.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium heat

7. Prepare Peas in Butter

   Transfer the masala to a clean skillet, add 2 tbsp butter and let it melt. Add 2 tbsp green peas and sauté for 2 minutes until peas are heated through.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

8. Add Pav and Seasonings

   Add the sliced pav pieces to the pan. Sprinkle a pinch of kasuri methi and ½ tsp additional pav bhaji masala. Toss everything gently for 2 minutes so the bread absorbs the masala.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

9. Pan‑Fry the Pav

   Press the pav gently with the spatula and let it cook for about 1 minute on each side, or until both sides are golden and slightly crisp.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium heat

10. Garnish and Serve

    Drizzle the remaining 1 tsp melted butter over the pav, sprinkle extra chopped cilantro, and serve hot.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

4 g