MAHARASHTRA SPECIAL MISAL PAV RECIPE

 MAHARASHTRA SPECIAL MISAL PAV RECIPE 

Misal pav is a popular dish from the state of Maharashtra in India. It is a spicy and flavorful dish that is perfect for breakfast or brunch. Misal pav consists of a spicy curry made with sprouted lentils, topped with crunchy farsan (fried snacks) and served with soft pav (bread rolls). In this blog, we will guide you through the steps to prepare this delicious dish at home.

Ingredients:

For sprouts:

- 1 cup moth beans (matki)

- Water for soaking

- Water for sprouting

For the misal:

- 2 tbsp oil

- 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)

- 1 tsp mustard seeds (rai)

- 1 pinch asafoetida (hing)

- 2 onions, chopped

- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

- 2 tomatoes, chopped

- 1 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)

- 2 tsp red chili powder

- 1 tbsp garam masala

- Salt to taste

- 2 cups water

- Coriander leaves, chopped

For the farsan:

- 1 cup sev

- 1 cup chopped onions

- 1 cup chopped tomatoes

- 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves

- 1/4 cup lemon juice

- Salt to taste

For pav:

- 8 pav (bread rolls)

- 2 tbsp butter

Method:

1. Sprouting the beans:

- Rinse the moth beans and soak them in enough water overnight or for at least 6-8 hours.

- Drain the water and tie the soaked beans in a muslin cloth.

- Keep the cloth in a warm and dry place for 10-12 hours until the beans sprout.

- Rinse the sprouted beans with water and keep them aside.

2. Making the misal:

- Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and asafoetida. 

- Once the seeds start spluttering, add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.

- Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.

- Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

- Add the sprouted beans and 2 cups of water. Mix well and bring it to a boil.

- Lower the flame and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the curry thickens.

- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

3. Making the farsan:

- In a bowl, mix sev, chopped onions, chopped tomatoes, chopped coriander leaves, lemon juice, and salt.

- Mix well and keep aside.

4. Making the pav:

- Slit the pav horizontally and apply butter on the inner sides.

- Heat a tawa (griddle) and toast the pav until it turns light brown.

5. Serving:

- To serve, take a bowl of misal, sprinkle some farsan on top, and serve it with toasted pav.

Tips:

- You can add boiled potatoes, boiled peas, or any other vegetables of your choice to the misal.

- Adjust the spice levels according to your taste preferences.

- You can also add tamarind pulp or kokum to the misal for a tangy flavor.

- If you do not have sev, you can use any other fried snacks like farsan, chivda, or bhujia.

- You can also serve the misal with chopped onions, lemon wedges, and coriander leaves.

In conclusion, misal pav is a delicious and spicy dish that is easy to make at