Many people believe that replicating the street-style flavor of Misal Pav at home is a challenging task, but it’s actually quite simple. The delightful mix of sprouted moth beans, zesty gravy, and savory farsan creates an irresistible dish. Let’s dive into this easy recipe without any delay.

Ingredients Needed for Misal Pav
2 cups of boiled sprouted moth beans
2 finely chopped onions
1 finely chopped tomato
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
2 tablespoons dry coconut (roasted and ground)
3-4 tablespoons oil (for the 'tari' or oil layer)
½ teaspoon mustard seeds and cumin seeds
8-10 curry leaves
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 to 2 teaspoons red chili powder (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon garam masala
Salt to taste
Farsan or thick sev (savory snack)
Pav (bread rolls)
Finely chopped onion, coriander leaves, and lemon for garnish

Steps to Prepare Misal Pav
Begin by heating some oil in a pan. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown. Next, incorporate the dry coconut and ginger-garlic paste, sautéing for a few seconds. Allow this mixture to cool before blending it into a smooth paste.
In the same pan, add a bit more oil (the signature red oil on top of the misal is essential). Once the oil is hot, toss in the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Then, add the blended onion-coconut paste and sauté until the oil begins to separate from the mixture.

Next, introduce turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Sauté the spices lightly before adding the boiled moth beans. Pour in 2-3 glasses of water, keeping in mind that the misal gravy should be thin rather than thick. Season with salt, cover the pan, and let it simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes. When a layer of red oil surfaces, your misal is ready.

To serve, place some boiled sprouts and a bit of thick gravy in a deep plate or bowl.
Top it with a generous portion of the misal mixture and drizzle the spicy red oil over it.
Finally, garnish with finely chopped onions, fresh coriander, and a squeeze of lemon.
Your delicious and spicy misal pav is now ready to be enjoyed with soft pav (bread rolls).

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