Pav Bhaji in Pressure Cooker

Ingredients:

For Bhaji:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (potatoes, cauliflower, peas, carrots), chopped
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 large bell pepper (capsicum), finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 tablespoon pav bhaji masala
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)

For Pav:

• Pav (bread rolls)
• Butter for toasting

Preparation:

Step 1: Cook Vegetables In a pressure cooker, add chopped mixed vegetables, onions, bell pepper, tomatoes, green beans, and a little water. Pressure cook until the vegetables are soft and well-cooked.

Step 2: Mash Vegetables Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, mash the cooked vegetables to a semi-smooth consistency. Set aside.

Step 3: Prepare Bhaji In the same pressure cooker, heat oil and butter. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw aroma disappears.

Step 4: Spice it Up Add pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well to coat the spices evenly.

Step 5: Combine with Mashed Vegetables Add the mashed vegetable mixture to the spice mix. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6: Garnish and Set Aside Garnish the Pav Bhaji with chopped fresh coriander leaves. Set aside.

For Pav:

Step 7: Butter Toast Pav Slice the pav horizontally and toast them on a griddle with a generous amount of butter until golden brown.

Step 8: Serve Hot Serve the hot Pav Bhaji with buttered pav on the side. Garnish with additional butter on top if desired.

Enjoy the authentic taste of Mumbai street food with this quick and flavorful Pav Bhaji made effortlessly in a pressure cooker.