Pav Bhaji Recipe Using Uttam Shahi Pav Bhaji Masala
Inspired by Celebrity Chef Vikas Khanna
Ingredients
For the Bhaji
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3 potatoes (boiled & mashed)
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1 cup cauliflower (boiled & mashed)
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1 cup green peas
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1 cup finely chopped onions
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1 cup tomatoes (finely chopped or pureed)
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1 capsicum (finely chopped)
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2 tbsp Uttam Shahi Pav Bhaji Masala
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1 tsp red chili powder (optional)
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1 tsp turmeric powder
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1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
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Salt as per taste
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2 tbsp butter + extra for serving
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Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
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Lemon wedges
For the Pav
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6 pav buns
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2 tbsp butter
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A pinch of Uttam Shahi Pav Bhaji Masala (optional for toasting)
Method – Vikas Khanna Style
Step 1: Prep the Base
Heat butter in a pan. Add onions and sauté until golden. Mix in ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
Step 2: Add Vegetables
Add tomatoes and cook until soft. Now add capsicum and sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender.
Step 3: Spice it Right
Sprinkle turmeric and Uttam Shahi Pav Bhaji Masala. Let the spices bloom in the butter—this step creates the signature aroma and depth of flavor.
Step 4: Mash & Mix
Add boiled potatoes, peas, and cauliflower. Smash everything gently using a masher while mixing it into the spice base.
Step 5: Simmer for Perfection
Add water to adjust the consistency. Let it simmer on low flame for 10–12 minutes. The bhaji should look rich, buttery, and smooth.
Step 6: Toast the Pav
Heat butter on a tawa, sprinkle a pinch of Uttam Shahi Pav Bhaji Masala, and lightly roast the pav buns on both sides.
