Vada Pav
Mumbai’s iconic street food made with spiced potato fritter and pav.
Vada Pav
ByKavitha
Quick Info
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Servings: 2
Ingredient Substitutes
- Potato → Mixed sprouts
Ingredients
- Potato
- Gram flour
- Garlic
- Green chili
- Mustard seeds
- Turmeric
- Pav
- Oil
- Salt
Instructions
- Prepare potato filling.
- Shape balls and coat with batter.
- Deep fry till golden.
- Assemble in pav with chutneys.
Tips & Variations
Garlic chutney defines flavor | Serve immediately
You will love it
Vada Pav is maharashtra’s most famous street food, often called the indian burger. A spiced mashed potato ball is coated in gram flour batter, deep-fried, and placed inside a pav with garlic chutney and green chili. It represents Mumbai’s fast-paced, affordable food culture.
Serving: Serve hot with fried green chili.
Storage: Consume fresh
Tools Required
FAQ
Is it spicy?
Yes.
Street food?
Yes.
Vegan?
Yes.
Gluten-free?
No (pav).
Origin?
Mumbai.
📝 From Our Kitchen
Often eaten as quick breakfast or snack.
— Kavitha, Cheffo Kitchen
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Founder & Publisher • Culinary Editor
Hi, I’m Kavitha — the founder of Cheffo. Cooking has always been close to my heart, especially traditional recipes passed down through families. Through Cheffo, I share authentic regional dishes with clear instructions and practical tips so you can recreate those comforting flavors at home.