Masala Pav Recipe
Masala Pav is a flavorful Mumbai street food where pav buns are toasted with a spicy onion-tomato masala. Perfect for snacks or light meals.
Equipment
- Pan or tawa
- Spatula
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
For Masala:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tomato (finely chopped)
- 1 green chili (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
For Pav:
- 4 pav buns
- 2 tbsp butter
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the Masala:
- Heat butter in a pan and add cumin seeds.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add tomatoes, green chilies, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
- Cook the masala until the oil separates.
Toast the Pav:
- Slice the pav buns in half.
- Heat butter on the tawa and toast the pav buns until golden and crisp.
Assemble the Masala Pav:
- Spread the prepared masala on the toasted pav.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Serve Hot:
- Serve with lemon wedges for an extra tangy twist.
Notes
- Variation: Add grated cheese on top for a cheesy masala pav.
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but the masala can be stored for up to 2 days.
- Serving Tip: Pair with pav bhaji for a complete street food experience.
