Misal Pav Recipe

Misal Pav is a flavorful Maharashtrian street food made of spicy curry, sprouted beans, and crunchy farsan, served with soft pav. This Best Misal Pav Recipe shows you how to make this popular dish at home with a step-by-step guide. Spicy, tangy, and packed with texture, Misal Pav is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. Serve it with extra kat (spicy gravy) for an authentic experience and enjoy this delicious, comforting meal.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Course Main Course, Snack

Cuisine Indian, Maharashtrian

Servings 4 People

Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

Pressure cooker (for cooking sprouts)
Large pan or wok
Mixing bowl
Serving plates

Ingredients

For the Misal (Curry):

1 cup mixed sprouts (moong beans, moth beans, etc.)
1 large onion finey chopped
1 large tomato chopped
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
2 green chilies slit
2 tsp red chili powder
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tbsp goda masala or garam masala
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
10-12 curry leaves
2 tbsp oil
salt to taste
2 cups water adjust for consistency
fresh cilantro chopped

For the Kat (Spicy Gravy):

2 tbsp oil
1 tbsp red chili powder
1 tbsp goda masala or garam masala
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 cloves garlic minced
1 cup water
salt to taste

For Serving:

8 pav
Farsan (crispy fried snack mix)
1 small onion finely chopped
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Cook the Sprouts
Pressure cook the mixed sprouts with a pinch of turmeric, salt, and 1 cup of water for 3-4 whistles or until tender. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Misal (Curry)
In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add curry leaves and green chilies. Stir in the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and goda masala. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil starts to separate from the masala.
Add the cooked sprouts along with their water. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed. Simmer the curry for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt to taste.
3. Prepare the Kat (Spicy Gravy)
In a separate small pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds and minced garlic. Once the garlic is fragrant, add red chili powder and goda masala. Stir briefly and add 1 cup of water. Simmer for 5 minutes and adjust seasoning with salt. This will be the spicy gravy or "kat" served with the misal.
4. Assemble the Misal Pav
In a serving plate, pour a ladleful of the misal curry, then top it with farsan (crispy fried snack mix). Drizzle a little kat (spicy gravy) over the farsan.
Garnish with chopped onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
5. Serve
Serve the misal with warm pav (bread rolls) on the side. Dip the pav in the spicy curry or scoop up the misal mixture with the bread. Enjoy with extra kat for a spicier kick!

Notes

Goda Masala: Goda masala is a traditional Maharashtrian spice blend. If unavailable, you can substitute with garam masala or a mix of coriander and cumin powder.
Farsan: This crispy fried mixture is an essential topping for misal. It adds crunch and texture to the dish. You can use store-bought farsan or sev.
Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red chili powder and green chilies to suit your spice tolerance. Misal is typically served spicy, but you can tone it down if desired.