Protein Pav Bhaji

Pav Bhaji with Vegetables, Lentils, and soy granules/edamame Recipe

Ingredients

For the Bhaji:

1. 1 cup mixed vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peas, cauliflower)
2. 1/2 cup edamame, green peas (shelled)
3. 1/2 cup soy granuels
4. 1/2 cup soaked lentils (red or green)
5. 1 onion, finely chopped
6. 2 tomatoes, pureed/ chopped
7. 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
8. 2 tablespoons pav bhaji masala (available in stores)
9. 2 tablespoons vegan butter (or oil for a lighter version)
10. Salt to taste
11. Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
12. Lemon wedges (for serving)

For the Pav:

1. Vegan 4 pav (bread rolls)
2. 2 tablespoons vegan butter (for toasting)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
2. Chop all the vegetables like cauliflower, carrot, and beans.
3. Wash edamame and green peas.
4. Wash lentils thoroughly and soak them for an hour.
5. Cook the Bhaji:
6. In a pressure cooker, heat the vegan butter/ oil. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
7. Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for another 2 minutes.
8. Stir in the pureed tomatoes and cook until the oil separates.
9. Add the Indian basic spices and pav bhaji masala.
10. Add the washed & chopped vegetables along with lentils and salt.
11. Mix well and add 2 cups of water. Close the pressure cooker and let that cook up to 3 whistles.
12. Garnish with dry fruits, nuts, and cilantro.
13. Toast the Pav:
14. In another pan, melt plant-based butter and toast the pav until golden brown on both sides.
15. Serve:
16. Serve the bhaji hot with the toasted pav, garnished with onions and lemon wedges.

Nutritional Information (Approximate per Serving)

1. Calories: 350-400 kcal
2. Protein: 15-20 g
3. Carbohydrates: 50-60 g
4. Fat: 15-20 g
5. Fiber: 10-12 g

Notes

1. You can adjust the spice level according to your preference.
2. For a vegan version, use oil instead of butter for both bhaji and pav.
3. Feel free to add more vegetables like cauliflower or zucchini based on availability.

Enjoy your homemade Pav Bhaji!