Healthy Pav Bhaji

January 24, 2022

This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious, and simple ingredients.

Ingredients:

1 cup mixed vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peas, bell peppers), chopped
1/2 cup chopped onions
1 small tomato, chopped
1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
1/2 tsp pav bhaji masala
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp red chili powder
1/2 tsp ghee
1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)
Salt to taste
1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves for garnish
1 lemon wedge for serving

Directions:

Heat 1/2 tsp ghee in a pan, add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute.
Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and pav bhaji masala. Cook until tomatoes are softened and the oil starts to separate.
Add chopped mixed vegetables and 1/2 cup water. Stir well and cook for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined.
Mash the vegetables slightly to achieve a thick, semi-smooth consistency.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with a lemon wedge on the side.

Health benefits of the ingredients:

Mixed Vegetables (Potatoes, Carrots, Peas, Bell Peppers): Provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, promoting overall health, immunity, and digestion.
Onions: Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, support heart health and boost immunity.
Tomato: High in vitamins C and K, as well as antioxidants, promote heart health and skin health.
Ginger-Garlic Paste: Supports digestion, boosts immunity, and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Spices (Cumin Seeds, Mustard Seeds, Pav Bhaji Masala, Turmeric Powder, Red Chili Powder): Enhance flavor while providing anti-inflammatory, digestive, and antioxidant benefits.