Indian · serves 2

Vada Pav

The best thing you can make out of four potatoes.

40 min Some work Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1 cup besan
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 3 green chillies
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 10 curry leaves
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 8 pav
  • Green chutney
  • Oil to fry

Method

  1. Crush garlic and green chillies coarsely.
  2. Mustard seeds in oil, curry leaves, the garlic-chilli paste, turmeric. 1 minute.
  3. Mix into the mashed potato with salt and coriander. Roll into balls.
  4. Batter: besan, a pinch of turmeric, salt, water — thick enough to coat a spoon.
  5. Dip each ball and fry in hot oil till golden. Drain.
  6. Split a pav, chutney both sides, vada in, press down. Fried green chilli on the side.

Questions people ask about Vada Pav

How long does Vada Pav take?

About 40 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is a bit of work. Most of that is active, so read the method through before you start rather than chopping as you go.

What can I use instead of potato in Vada Pav?

Use waxy potatoes hold their shape, floury ones fall apart. For curries you want waxy.

Can I make Vada Pav ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Vada Pav vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

What do you serve with Vada Pav?

Fried green chilli on the side. It serves two as written. Double everything to feed four, but use a wider pan so the food still browns rather than steams.

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