Pao Bhaji (Vegetables on Rolls) Recipe

Name: Pao Bhaji (Vegetables on Rolls)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 potatoes; 12 head cauliflower; 2 carrots; 1 cup green peas; ¼ cup channa dal; 2 onions, chopped; 4 tomatoes, sliced; 12 bread rolls (or buns); 2 tablespoons oil; oil, to pan-fry the rolls; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 2 whole red chilies; ½ teaspoon red chili powder; 2 teaspoons pao bhaji masala (available at Indian grocery stores)

Servings: persons

4 potatoes
12 head cauliflower
2 carrots
1 cup green peas
¼ cup channa dal
2 onions, chopped
4 tomatoes, sliced
12 bread rolls (or buns)
2 tablespoons oil
oil, to pan-fry the rolls
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 whole red chilies
½ teaspoon red chili powder
2 teaspoons pao bhaji masala (available at Indian grocery stores)

1
Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes.
2
Wash, trim, and chop (or grate) the cauliflower and carrots in small pieces.
3
Rinse and drain dal and put in a 2-quart pot to boil in 2 cups water.
4
When little cooked (after 10 minutes), add the potatoes and salt.
5
Cook until the potatoes are done; mash them along with dal.
6
Add the chopped (or grated) cauliflower, carrots, and green peas to the dal mix.
7
Cook for another 15 minutes until the carrots are tender.
8
Add water, as needed.
9
Heat 2 tablespoons oil on medium heat in a skillet.
10
Saute the mustard seeds in hot oil.
11
Add the whole red chilies (can be removed before serving).
12
Add the onions; stir until translucent.
13
Add the cooked mixture.
14
Cook for about 5 minutes; it should be like a wet mixture.
15
Stir in red chili powder and pao bhaji masala, to taste.
16
Separate the rolls.
17
Toast them in a hot skillet, using little bit of oil for each roll.
18
Put the prepared filling and a slice of tomato between two halves.
19
Serve hot.

851

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 potatoes, 12 head cauliflower, 2 carrots, 1 cup green peas, and more.

Yes, Pao Bhaji (Vegetables on Rolls) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pao Bhaji (Vegetables on Rolls)

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