Vada Pav ( Per Pkt. )

Description

Vada Pav features a deep-fried potato patty made with mashed potatoes, spices, and herbs, coated in a chickpea flour batter. The vada is placed inside a soft pav bun that is lightly buttered and toasted. The dish is commonly accompanied by green chutney (coriander and mint), tamarind chutney, and dry garlic chutney. It’s often garnished with fried green chilies for an extra kick. This street food is a beloved comfort food that perfectly balances different textures and flavors.
Ingredients:
For the Potato Vada:
Potatoes, boiled and mashed
Green chilies, finely chopped
Ginger, minced
Garlic, minced
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Mustard seeds
Curry leaves
Turmeric powder
Salt
Gram flour (besan)
Water
Oil for frying
For the Pav:
Pav buns (small dinner rolls or slider buns)
Butter
For the Chutneys:
Green chutney (coriander and mint)
Tamarind chutney
Dry garlic chutney
Additional:
Green chilies, fried (optional)
Preparation:
Prepare the Potato Vada:
Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add curry leaves, chopped green chilies, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
Add turmeric powder and mashed potatoes. Mix well and cook for a few minutes. Add salt and chopped coriander leaves. Mix thoroughly and let it cool.
Once cool, shape the potato mixture into small balls or patties.
Prepare the Batter:
In a bowl, mix gram flour (besan) with water to form a smooth, thick batter. Add a pinch of turmeric and salt.
Fry the Potato Vada:
Heat oil in a deep frying pan.
Dip each potato ball or patty into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated, and then carefully place it into the hot oil.
Fry until the vadas are golden brown and crispy. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Prepare the Pav:
Slice the pav buns in half and lightly butter them.
Toast the buns on a hot griddle or pan until they are slightly crispy and golden.
Assemble the Vada Pav:
Spread green chutney on one side of the pav and tamarind chutney on the other side.
Place a potato vada between the two halves of the pav.
Sprinkle dry garlic chutney on top of the vada.
Serve:
Serve the Vada Pav hot with fried green chilies on the side.
Vada Pav is a beloved snack that captures the essence of Mumbai’s vibrant street food culture. It’s a must-try for anyone who enjoys bold, spicy flavors and hearty street fare.