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cooker pav bhaji recipe | pav bhaji in cooker | pressure cooker pav bhaji with detailed photo and video recipe. an easy and handy recipe of the popular pav bhaji recipe made in a pressure cooker to hasten the cooking process. the recipe is quick, fast and also easy but does not compromise on the taste and flavour. it does carry the same texture and taste like the popular mumbai street food without any added colour and only gets bright red colour from beetroot.
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cooker pav bhaji recipe | pav bhaji in cooker | pressure cooker pav bhaji with step by step photo and video recipe. street food recipes are always one of the popular demands for most of us. there is a set of process and steps which makes it unique and obviously tasty and thus making it a popular choice. yet these street food recipes can also be tweaked and made with instant pot or pressure cooker and pressure cooker pav bhaji is one of them.

i have posted so many street foods and chaat recipes till now, but i get so many requests to post instant pav bhaji recipes. well technically there isn’t any instant version of it unless you use ready to eat premixes, but you can make it in an instant pot or pressure cooker. so basically, rather than boiling the vegetables and frying the spices separately, just one cooker is used from start to end. it not only reduces the cooking time but also reduces the number of utensils used and hence the cleaning of those. moreover, to make it homely i have used beetroot which gives the bhaji a strong red colour. it also adds sweetness and hence you may have to be generous with the amount of spice and pav bhaji powder. hence i would strongly recommend following this recipe once and serve it to your friends and family.

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furthermore, i would like to add some additional tips, suggestions and variants to the cooker pav bhaji recipe. firstly, i have used a typical 5-litre pressure cooker to prepare this recipe. while this recipe is tailored for a pressure cooker, you may also use instant pot too as it follows the same principle. secondly, adding beetroot is only for the purpose of colour and do not add any significant flavour to the recipe. you may totally skip it as it may add extra sweetness to the recipe. finally, do not add extra water while seasoning the bhaji as the initial water should be sufficient. if you feel the bhaji is thick, you may add water in batches till it gets the right consistency.

finally, i request you to check my other related street food recipes collection with this post of instant pot pav bhaji recipe. it mainly includes my other related recipes like masala pav, pav bhaji, kanda bhaji pav, misal pav, pav sandwich, vada pav, tawa pulao. further to these i would also like to add some more additional recipe categories like,

  • paratha recipes
  • sandwich recipes
  • chat recipes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course snacks

Cuisine indian street food

Servings 5 Servings

Calories 174 kcal

Ingredients

for pressure cooking:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 2 tbsp pav bhaji masala
  • 2 tbsp coriander, finely chopped
  • 2 tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 10 florets cauliflower
  • 3 tbsp peas
  • ½ capsicum, finely chopped
  • ½ beetroot, chopped
  • 2 potato, chopped
  • cup water
  • 1 tsp salt

for tadka:

  • 2 tsp oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp kasuri methi
  • 2 tbsp coriander, finely chopped
  • ¼ tsp pav bhaji masala

for roasting pav:

  • ½ tsp butter
  • ¼ tsp pav bhaji masala
  • 1 tbsp coriander
  • pav

Instructions

  • firstly, in a cooker heat 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp oil and saute 1 tsp cumin.

  • add 1 onion,1 tsp ginger garlic paste and saute well.

  • keeping the flame on low add¼ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, 2 tbsp pav bhaji masala and 2 tbsp coriander.

  • saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.

  • now add2 tomato and saute making sure to turn tomato soft and mushy.

  • mash the tomato really well and cook until the oil separates.

  • further add1 carrot,10 florets cauliflower, 3 tbsp peas, ½ capsicum, ½ beetroot and 2 potato.

  • saute for a minute until it turns aromatic.

  • pour in 1½ cup water and 1 tsp salt. mix well.

  • cover and pressure cook for 7 whistles. you can also prepare in an instant pot and pressure cook for at least 15 minutes.

  • once the pressure releases the vegetables are cooked well. do not worry if there is water.

  • mash the vegetables really well. mash for at least 5 minutes to get a smooth texture.

  • get the bhaji to a rolling boil and adjust the consistency.

  • to prepare the special tadka, in a small pan heat 2 tsp oil, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tsp kasuri methi, 2 tbsp coriander and ¼ tsp pav bhaji masala.

  • once the spices turn aromatic, pour it over bhaji.

  • mix well and bhaji is ready to be served.

  • to prepare the pav, in a pan heat ½ tsp butter, ¼ tsp pav bhaji masala and 1 tbsp coriander.

  • saute for a couple of seconds and spread uniformly over the pan.

  • now take 2 pav and slit in the centre, toast on both sides.

  • finally, enjoy mumbai street style pav bhaji with a dollop of butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 564mgPotassium: 376mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3356IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 2mg

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how to make cooker pav bhaji with step by step photo:

  1. firstly, in a cooker heat 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp oil and saute 1 tsp cumin.
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  2. add 1 onion,1 tsp ginger garlic paste and saute well.
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  3. keeping the flame on low add¼ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, 2 tbsp pav bhaji masala and 2 tbsp coriander.
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  4. saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.
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  5. now add2 tomato and saute making sure to turn tomato soft and mushy.
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  6. mash the tomato really well and cook until the oil separates.
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  7. further add1 carrot,10 florets cauliflower, 3 tbsp peas, ½ capsicum, ½ beetroot and 2 potato.
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  8. saute for a minute until it turns aromatic.
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  9. pour in 1½ cup water and 1 tsp salt. mix well.
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  10. cover and pressure cook for 7 whistles. you can also prepare in an instant pot and pressure cook for at least 15 minutes.
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  11. once the pressure releases the vegetables are cooked well. do not worry if there is water.
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  12. mash the vegetables really well. mash for at least 5 minutes to get a smooth texture.
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  13. get the bhaji to a rolling boil and adjust the consistency.
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  14. to prepare the special tadka, in a small pan heat 2 tsp oil, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tsp kasuri methi, 2 tbsp coriander and ¼ tsp pav bhaji masala.
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  15. once the spices turn aromatic, pour it over bhaji.
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  16. mix well and bhaji is ready to be served.
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  17. to prepare the pav, in a pan heat ½ tsp butter, ¼ tsp pav bhaji masala and 1 tbsp coriander.
    cooker pav bhaji recipe | pav bhaji in cooker | pressure cooker pav bhaji (20)
  18. saute for a couple of seconds and spread uniformly over the pan.
    cooker pav bhaji recipe | pav bhaji in cooker | pressure cooker pav bhaji (21)
  19. now take 2 pav and slit in the centre, toast on both sides.
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  20. finally, enjoy mumbai street style pav bhaji with a dollop of butter.
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notes:

  • firstly, i have not used any colour in this recipe. adding beetroot will give nice red colour to the bhaji.
  • also, you can add vegetables of your choice to make it nutritious.
  • additionally, the bhaji tastes amazing when prepared with a generous amount of butter.
  • finally, mumbai street style pav bhaji recipe tastes great when served hot.

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FAQs

Why is my pav bhaji not red? ›

But yes, even Kashmiri chilli powder won't make it as bright. So, if you want that bright red colour without adding artificial colours, try adding little beetroot while pressure cooking vegs. I have tried this and above is the picture of how Pav Bhaji's colour changes after adding some beetroot.

What is 1 serving of pav bhaji? ›

The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet.

How to get red colour in pav bhaji? ›

Street side vendors sometimes add color to the pav bhaji. But you can almost get the same color by simply soaking 10 deseeded Kashmiri red chilies in ¼ cup hot water until soft. Then blend them until smooth. Add this along with the pav bhaji masala while cooking.

How many people can eat 1 kg pav bhaji? ›

Pav Bhaji (1 kg). Costs: 170 rupees, Description: Served with only bhaji for 4-5 people.

What makes pav bhaji unhealthy? ›

As much as we wish the answer were yes, unfortunately, it's not. There is no doubt that pav bhaji is among the most beloved street foods in India, but it falls short in the health department. The bhaji is typically made with generous amounts of ghee and butter, making it a source of unhealthy fats.

Why is my pav not white? ›

The outside of a pavlova meringue may not be quite as brilliantly white as a crisp meringue because of the higher oven temperature but it should not be buff coloured or dark brown. If the meringue is taking on too much colour then the oven temperature is too high.

Is homemade pav bhaji healthy? ›

No, pav bhaji is not healthy. But you can make modifications to the recipe and can prepare a healthy version. You can add whole grain pav, use butter, potatoes, cauliflower, green peas, carrots, onions, capsicum, and tomatoes.

Can diabetics eat pav bhaji? ›

Pav Bhaji is a thick vegetable curry made of potatoes, tomatoes and varieties of seasonal vegetables. Though slightly higher in carbohydrates than some other dishes due to the potatoes, Pav Bhaji is still suitable in moderation for diabetics.

Is pav bhaji heavy or light? ›

Pav bhaji is a popular Indian street food that consists of a spiced vegetable curry (bhaji) served with soft bread rolls (pav). While it is a delicious and flavorful dish, it can be high in calories, sodium, and unhealthy fats if not prepared or consumed in a healthy way.

What are the main ingredients of pav bhaji? ›

Stir in cauliflower, cabbage, peas, carrots and potatoes. Season with pav bhaji masala. Cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt, and stir in lemon juice.

Which Colour is used in pav bhaji? ›

Kashmiri Red Chili Powder-

You can use either Kashmiri or Byadagi red chili powder, they both impart a bright red color with less heat. This is what we are looking for in the bhaji. In case you do not have them both, you can use the spicy red chili powder, but reduce the quantity than mentioned in the recipe.

What can I use instead of pav bhaji masala? ›

Here are other substitutions to pav bhaji masala in a pinch – Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of homemade garam masala, 1 tablespoon of ground coriander, 1 tablespoon red chili powder, and 1 to 2 teaspoons amchur or dry mango powder.

Is pav bhaji healthy or junk food? ›

No, pav bhaji is not healthy, but you can make modifications to the recipe and yet enjoy it. Made from pav, butter, potatoes, cauliflower, green peas, carrots, onions, capsicum and tomatoes.

Can pav bhaji be eaten for breakfast? ›

We usually eat Pav Bhaji for breakfast- Indians have lavish breakfasts. But you can have it for any meal.

What can be served with pav bhaji? ›

I like to accompany Pav bhaji with a cool buttermilk or Pepsi. It helps to balance the spices and heat of the Bhaji. Roasted papads and masala papads taste good with pav bhaji!

How to add food color in pav bhaji? ›

Tomatoes- Make sure to use well-ripened, red, juicy tomatoes. Cooking them well along with the Kashmiri red chili powder enhances the color of the pav bhaji. If you like, you can use store-bought tomato puree instead of fresh tomatoes.

What does vinegar do to pav? ›

The acid will actually help stabilise your whipped whites too. That's why we add cream of tartar to our pavlova recipes. If you use a little more vinegar in the meringue, you'll encourage a soft centre and a crisp shell.

How to reduce red chilli in sabji? ›

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Why is my curry red? ›

Red curry is made with several red chilies, which gives it a bold and spicy flavor. Ingredients for the curry base include coriander, cumin, red bell pepper, red chile, lemongrass, and ginger.

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