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Paneer Khada Pav Bhaji

In this pav bhaji the vegetables are not mashed but the taste is just as delicious. The taste is elevated with the addition of cottage cheese This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.

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Paneer Khada Pav Bhaji

Main IngredientsPaneer (cottage cheese), Potatoes
CuisineMumbai
CourseSnacks and Starters
Prep Time16-20 minutes
Cook time21-25 minutes
Serve4
TasteSpicy
Level of CookingEasy
OthersVeg

Ingredients

  • 8 toasted pavs
  • 2 tbsps butter
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 ½ tsps red chilli powder
  • 1 tbsp kashmiri red chilli paste
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp pav bhaji masala powder
  • 2 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled and diced
  • 10-12 cauliflower florets, blanched
  • 1 medium capsicum, seeded and chopped
  • ½ cup blanched green peas
  • 100 grams cottage cheese (paneer), diced
  • 2 tbsps chopped fresh coriander + for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for garnish

Method

  1. Heat butter and oil on a nonstick tawa. Add the onions and sauté till golden brown.
  2. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a few seconds. Add tomatoes and sauté for 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add red chilli powder, chilli paste and ¼ cup water and mix well.
  4. Add salt and mix. Add ¼ cup water and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add pav bhaji masala and mix. Add ½ cup water and mix well.
  6. Add potatoes, cauliflower, capsicum, green peas and mix well. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
  7. Add cottage cheese, adjust seasoning and mix. Add ½ cup water and mix. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Add coriander leaves and mix. Transfer in a serving plate and sprinkle chopped coriander.
  9. Serve hot with toasted pavs and lemon wedges. 
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