Pav Bhaji is a popular Indian street food dish from Mumbai, made with a spicy, buttery mashed vegetable curry (bhaji) served with soft, toasted bread rolls (pav).

Ingredients:

• Mixed vegetables (potato, tomato, peas, capsicum, cauliflower)
• Onions and garlic
• Pav bhaji masala
• Butter
• Red chili powder
• Salt
• Lemon juice
• Fresh coriander leaves
• Soft pav (bread rolls)

Flavor Profile:

Pav Bhaji is rich, buttery, spicy, and tangy with a smooth mashed texture and bold Indian street-style flavors.

Serving Style:

The hot bhaji is served on a plate with butter-toasted pav, chopped onions, lemon wedges, and sometimes extra butter on top.

Why It’s Popular:

It is one of Mumbai’s most iconic street foods, loved for its comforting taste, quick serving style, and rich, satisfying flavors.