Vada Pav Recipe | How to Make Authentic Mumbai Street-Style Vada Pav

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Authentic Mumbai Vada Pav Recipe | How to Make Street-

Style Vada Pav at Home  

Missing the flavors of Mumbai street food? Look no further! This Vada Pav recipe is the ultimate Indian burger — spicy, crispy, and loaded with bold flavors. Made with a deep-fried potato fritter (batata vada) tucked inside a soft pav bun and served with spicy garlic chutney, vada pav is the perfect snack for tea-time, monsoons, or anytime cravings.


Why You’ll Love This Vada Pav Recipe

  • ✅ Authentic Mumbai street food at home

  • ✅ Simple and easy-to-follow recipe

  • ✅ Spicy, crispy, and incredibly satisfying

  • ✅ Perfect for snacks, lunch, or a monsoon treat

Ingredients for Vada Pav

For the Potato Vada:

  • 3-4 medium potatoes (boiled and mashed)

  • 1-2 green chilies (finely chopped)

  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste

  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds

  • 8-10 curry leaves

  • 1 pinch asafoetida (hing)

  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder

  • Salt to taste

  • 1 tablespoon oil

  • Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)

For the Batter:

  • ¾ cup besan (gram flour)

  • A pinch of turmeric powder

  • Salt to taste

  • Water as needed

  • 1 pinch baking soda (optional)

  • Oil for deep frying

For Serving:

  • 4 pav buns

  • Dry garlic chutney or green chutney

  • Fried green chilies (optional)

Step-by-Step: How to Make Mumbai-Style Vada Pav

1️⃣ Prepare the Potato Filling

  • Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, hing, curry leaves, and green chilies.

  • Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until aromatic.

  • Add turmeric and mashed potatoes, mix well.

  • Add salt and chopped coriander leaves. Let it cool.

  • Shape into round balls.

2️⃣ Make the Batter

  • In a bowl, mix besan, turmeric, salt, and a pinch of baking soda.

  • Add water gradually to make a smooth, lump-free batter.

3️⃣ Fry the Vadas

  • Heat oil for deep frying.

  • Dip each potato ball into the besan batter and deep-fry until golden and crisp.

  • Drain on kitchen paper.

4️⃣ Assemble the Vada Pav

  • Slice pav buns, apply garlic chutney or green chutney on both sides.

  • Place a hot vada in the middle, press slightly, and serve with fried green chili on the side.

Tips for the Best Vada Pav

  • Use fresh soft pav buns for the authentic Mumbai feel.

  • Fry vadas on medium flame for even crispness.

  • Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

  • Add dry garlic chutney for a smoky, spicy kick!

Variations to Try

  • 🧀 Cheese Vada Pav — add a slice of cheese for a fusion twist!

  • 🌱 Vegan Vada Pav — completely plant-based, naturally!

  • 🌶️ Extra Spicy Vada Pav — double the chutney and green chilies.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ What is Vada Pav made of?

Vada Pav consists of spicy mashed potato fritters dipped in besan batter, deep-fried, and served inside a pav bun along with spicy chutneys.

❓ Is Vada Pav vegan?

Yes! Vada Pav is naturally vegan — no dairy or animal products involved.

❓ Which chutney is best for Vada Pav?

Traditionally, dry garlic chutney (lasun chutney) is used, but you can also serve it with mint chutney or tamarind chutney for variety.

Conclusion

This Mumbai-style Vada Pav recipe is the perfect blend of spice, crunch, and comfort — a true taste of India’s street food culture. Easy to make and deeply satisfying, it’s a must-try for every food lover!

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