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Hello fellow food lovers! Today, I’m buzzing with excitement after tackling a recipe from the incredible YouTube channel, Shweta’s Kitchen! I recently followed her guide to making Vada Pav, and let me tell you, it was an absolute blast from start to finish. Forget takeout; this recipe is your ticket to a taste of Mumbai street food right in your own kitchen!
Shweta’s video is wonderfully clear and easy to follow, even for a novice like me (though I do have some experience). The best part? The whole process felt joyful! From mixing the vibrant spices for the vada batter to the satisfying sizzle of the golden-brown fritters hitting the hot oil, it was a culinary adventure.
The vada themselves are incredibly flavourful. I loved how Shweta uses a combination of gram flour and whole wheat flour in the vada batter, giving them a lovely texture – fluffy inside and delightfully crisp on the outside. The addition of ginger and green chilies adds a wonderful kick. And while the recipe is delicious as is, I appreciate the tip to add grated potato or cauliflower for variation – I’ll definitely be experimenting with that next time!
Making the chutneys was another highlight. Shweta’s instructions are spot-on, resulting in perfectly balanced tamarind and green chutneys. The fresh cilantro in the green chutney makes all the difference, adding a vibrant freshness that cuts through the richness of the vada. The optional garlic chutney sounds amazing, and I can’t wait to try that next time as well.
The final assembly? Pure bliss! That first bite of the soft, slightly toasted pav bun, filled with the spicy, savory vada and the tangy chutneys… pure magic! It was so incredibly satisfying and completely transported me to a bustling Mumbai street corner.
Beyond the deliciousness, what struck me about this recipe was the simplicity and the relatability. Shweta makes it look incredibly easy, and it really is. I can’t recommend this Vada Pav recipe enough. It’s a fantastic introduction to Indian street food, perfect for a weekend cooking project, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. So head over to Shweta’s Kitchen on YouTube, and get ready for a delicious culinary journey of your own! You won’t regret it!