Sailu’s Food recently posted this amazing recipe for Pav Bhaji, which she describes as “the quintessential Mumbai street food,” and I couldn’t wait to try it. After all, I love Indian food, and this recipe contains bunches of vegetables and lots of spiciness. So last night, while daughter E. (aka “the spice hater”) was off with friends, D. and I sat down to a great meal.

My vegan version of pav bhaji didn’t have quite as many vegetables as Sailu’s–I was missing beets, which gave hers such a beautiful, vibrant color. I also took out the oil and ghee, which are both traditional ingredients, but it still turned out delicious.

Though it wouldn’t be traditional, these curried vegetables are also excellent over rice, for those of us who want to avoid flour products. Be warned–it’s spicy! I cut down the amount of chili powder in the original recipe, but to an American tongue, it was still spicy. Fortunately, D. and I both love spicy foods, so this was a real winner. While the kid’s away, the parents can play! 😉

I served this along with another of Sailu’s recipes, but you’ll have to wait until tomorrow to find out what it was. Thanks, Sailu, for a wonderful meal!

For an updated version with lentils instead of potatoes, try my Dal Bhaji. And check out all of my oil-free Indian-inspired recipes.

Print 5 from 2 votes Add to Recipe BoxGo to Recipe Box Pav Bhaji (Spicy Mixed Vegetable Sandwiches) Pav Bhaji is a mixture of curried vegetables served on buns, like an Indian sloppy Joe. For another take on this delicious dish, check out my Dal Bhaji version. Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 1 hour Servings 6 Author Susan Voisin Ingredients 1 large onion chopped finely 1 large onion chopped finely

1 teaspoon ginger minced 1 teaspoon ginger minced

1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced garlic

2 green chillies slit lengthwise 2 green chillies slit lengthwise

1 bell pepper finely chopped 1 bell pepper finely chopped

3 roma tomatoes finely chopped 3 roma tomatoes finely chopped

1 cup each of each: green beans, carrots, cauliflower, cabbage finely diced 1 cup each of each: green beans, carrots, cauliflower, cabbage finely diced

2 cups diced peeled potatoes 2 cups diced peeled potatoes

1/2 cup frozen green peas 1/2 cup frozen green peas

3 teaspoons pav bhaji masala spice mix available at Indian markets 3 teaspoons pav bhaji masala spice mix available at Indian markets

1 teaspoon red chili powder powdered chili peppers, also available at Indian market 1 teaspoon red chili powder powdered chili peppers, also available at Indian market

1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder

salt to taste salt to taste

1/2 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

buns called pavs, for serving (I used whole wheat hotdog buns, halved, but gluten-free bread can be used) buns called pavs, for serving (I used whole wheat hotdog buns, halved, but gluten-free bread can be used) Suggested Tools Instant Pot Instant Pot Instructions Cook the green beans, carrots, cauliflower, cabbage, and potatoes in water until soft. (I did this in the Instant Pot, with one cup of water at high pressure for 5 minutes.) When they’re soft, add the peas and mash the vegetables well, in the liquid.

Heat a good non-stick wok or large pot. Add the onions and cook, adding a little water as necessary, until they begin to brown, about 4 minutes. Add the ginger, garlic, and green chillies and cook for another 2 minutes. Add the bell peppers, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Stir in the pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, turmeric, and salt. Add the tomatoes, and cook until they start to break down, about 5 minutes. Add the mashed vegetables and 1/2 cup water and adjust salt. Cook on low for about 20 minutes. Add lemon juice and serve on toasted buns or other bread. Notes One serving is zero points on WW Purple plan; other plans must count the potatoes. Nutrition Facts Pav Bhaji (Spicy Mixed Vegetable Sandwiches) Amount Per Serving (1 serving) Calories 69 Calories from Fat 3 % Daily Value* Fat 0.3g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Sodium 35mg 2% Potassium 521mg 15% Carbohydrates 15g 5% Fiber 4g 17% Sugar 5g 6% Protein 3g 6% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Tried this recipe? Post a photo to Instagram and tag @susanffvk











