Authentic Mumbai Street-Style Pav BhajiVeg

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In a pan, add the roughly cut potatoes, green peas, chopped tomatoes, and water.

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Add salt to taste.

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Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until all the vegetables are soft and fully cooked.

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Once done, remove from heat and mash the mixture thoroughly using a potato masher. You may add a little extra water to ensure the consistency is soft and mushy.

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Heat a separate pan to a moderate temperature and add butter.

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Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until softened.

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Stir in the cumin seeds, garlic paste, and chilli powder, mixing well to incorporate the flavors.

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Add the chopped capsicum, turmeric powder, and garam masala to the pan and mix.

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Add the mashed vegetable pulp into the pan with the masala.

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Mix everything together until combined evenly.

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Add red food-grade color (if using) for a street-style appearance.

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Adjust the consistency by adding a small amount of water as needed.

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Keep the bhaji on a slow simmer to allow the flavors to blend.

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Slice the ladi pav buns.

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Apply a generous amount of butter to the pav and toast them on a hot griddle until they are golden and buttery.

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Serve the hot bhaji in a bowl topped with a dollop of butter and fresh coriander.

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Serve alongside the toasted buttered pav, chopped onions, and lemon wedges.