Best Easy Pav Bhaji Breakfast Recipe

Pav Bhaji Breakfast is a wholesome Indian breakfast dish that's quick to prepare and packed with flavor. This healthy vegetarian option is perfect for family mornings and fits a 1200 calorie or weight loss meal plan.

Cook 35 min Difficulty EASY 295 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • potatoes 2 medium
  • cauliflower florets 1 cup
  • green peas 0.75 cup
  • carrots 1 medium
  • bell pepper 0.5 cup
  • onion 1 medium
  • tomato 2 medium
  • pav (dinner rolls) 4 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • oil 2 tbsp
  • pav bhaji masala 2 tbsp
  • red chili powder 0.5 tsp
  • turmeric powder 0.5 tsp
  • salt 1 tsp
  • butter 1 tbsp
  • cilantro 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 42 g 57%
Protein 9 g 12%
Fat 10 g 31%
Serving size 275g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Peel and dice potatoes, carrots, and cauliflower. Boil potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, and green peas together until very soft, about 10 minutes on medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell pepper, sauté until onions turn translucent.

  3. 3

    Add chopped tomatoes and cook on medium heat for 4-5 minutes until tomatoes break down and mixture thickens.

  4. 4

    Add boiled vegetables to the pan. Mash all vegetables together using a potato masher. Stir in pav bhaji masala, chili powder, turmeric, and salt. Simmer on low heat for 7-8 minutes, mixing often, until the bhaji is thick and blended.

  5. 5

    Split pav (dinner rolls) and toast with 1 tbsp butter in a flat pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden.

  6. 6

    Serve hot bhaji topped with chopped cilantro alongside butter-toasted pav.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Pav Bhaji Breakfast recipe?
The core ingredients that define Pav Bhaji’s identity are the mixed vegetables such as potatoes, cauliflower, green peas, carrots, and bell pepper, mashed together and cooked with tomatoes and signature pav bhaji masala. These vegetables create a hearty texture, while the pav bhaji masala delivers the iconic street-style flavor.
Q. What’s an important cooking technique for great texture in Pav Bhaji?
For authentic Pav Bhaji texture, it’s crucial to thoroughly boil the vegetables until they’re soft and to mash them directly in the pan as you cook. Simmering the mashed mixture on low heat allows the flavors to meld and prevents the bhaji from becoming watery. Don’t rush the mashing—aim for a silky, yet chunky blend.
Q. How can I avoid soggy or mushy pav?
Toasting the pav (dinner rolls) with a bit of butter in a flat pan over medium heat ensures a crisp, golden exterior while keeping the inside tender. Don’t overcrowd the pan and avoid using high heat to prevent burning.
Q. How many calories and macros are in a serving?
Each serving of this Pav Bhaji Breakfast recipe contains about 295 kcal, with approximately 42g carbohydrates (57% of calories), 9g protein (12%), and 10g fat (31%). It’s a well-balanced, moderate-calorie option for breakfast.
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