Misal Pav Recipe

Misal Pav Recipe: A Spicy and Savory Maharashtrian Dish

Misal pav is a popular Maharashtrian dish made with a spicy curry called misal and pav, which is a type of Indian bread roll. The curry is typically made with a variety of beans, including moth beans, matki, and mung beans, as well as tomatoes, onions, and spices. The pav is typically toasted or grilled and served with the misal curry.

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup moth beans, soaked and sprouted overnight
• 1/2 cup matki, soaked overnight
• 1/4 cup mung beans, soaked overnight
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• Farsan (a type of Indian snack mix)
• Pav (Indian bread rolls)

Instructions:

1. Cook the moth beans, matki, and mung beans in a pressure cooker for 3 whistles.
2. Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened.
3. Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, chili powder, and garam masala and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the tomatoes and cook until they are soft and mushy.
6. Add the cooked beans, salt, cilantro, and lemon juice and stir to combine.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
8. Serve the misal with pav and farsan.

Tips:

• You can adjust the amount of chili powder to taste.
• If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can cook the beans in a pot on the stovetop for about 30 minutes, or until they are tender.
• You can also add other vegetables to the misal, such as potatoes, carrots, or bell peppers.
• Misal pav is typically served with a side of raita, which is a yogurt-based condiment.

Enjoy!

Here are some other tips for making a great misal pav:

• Use freshly sprouted beans. This will give the misal a better flavor and texture.
• Don't overcook the beans. They should be tender but still have a bit of bite to them.
• Use a good quality misal masala. This is a blend of spices that is specifically made for misal pav.
• Adjust the consistency of the misal to your liking. If you want a thicker misal, add less water. If you want a thinner misal, add more water.
• Serve the misal hot or warm. It is best enjoyed when it is fresh.

With these tips, you'll be making mouth-watering misal pav in no time!