Pav Bhaji Tacos

Pav Bhaji Tacos combine the classic Indian street food of pav bhaji with a fun taco twist, delivering a burst of flavors in every bite. This dish features a spicy vegetable mash served in crispy taco shells, topped with fresh garnishes for a delightful snack experience.

Pav Bhaji Tacos
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Indian
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cauliflower - 100 grams
  • Potato - 100 grams
  • Green peas - 50 grams
  • Carrot - 50 grams
  • Onion - 1 medium, chopped
  • Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
  • Ginger-garlic paste - 1 teaspoon
  • Pav bhaji masala - 1 tablespoon
  • Turmeric powder - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Taco shells - 4 pieces
  • Oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Chaat masala - for sprinkling
  • Green chutney - for serving
  • Diced onion - for garnish
  • Diced tomato - for garnish

Steps

  1. Boil the cauliflower, potato, green peas, and carrot in salted water until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and mash them together in a bowl.
  2. In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, then stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add chopped tomato, turmeric powder, and pav bhaji masala to the pan, cooking until the tomato softens and oil begins to separate, about 5 minutes.
  4. Combine the mashed vegetables with the sautéed mixture, adding salt to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the mixture from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lemon juice.
  6. Warm the taco shells in an oven or skillet until crispy.
  7. Fill each taco shell with the pav bhaji mixture, then top with diced onion, diced tomato, and a sprinkle of chaat masala.
  8. Serve the tacos with green chutney on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 55 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in fiber for digestive health.
  • Packed with vitamins and minerals from the assorted vegetables.

Tags

IndianKosherSnack