Indian Dish

Pav Bhaji

पाव भाजी

Also known as: Pao Bhaji, Pav Bhaaji, Mumbai Pav Bhaji

What is Pav Bhaji?

A popular Mumbai street food of spiced mashed vegetable curry served with soft buttered bread rolls. Invented in the 1850s as a midnight meal for Mumbai's textile mill workers.

Typical Ingredients

potatoes
peas
cauliflower
tomatoes
butter
pav bhaji masala
onions
bell pepper
bread rolls
lemon

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Eggs
Sometimes Present
Dairy
Often Present
Gluten
Often Present
Sesame
Sometimes Present

Pav bread rolls contain gluten and may contain eggs. Generous butter used. Sesame seeds sometimes top the pav.

Safer Variations

Allergen-friendly alternatives to ask for.

Eat the bhaji alone without pav to avoid gluten

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Do the pav rolls contain eggs?
Are sesame seeds on the bread?

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Important Disclaimer

Allergen information is based on typical recipes and may vary by restaurant, region, or preparation method. Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.