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  • Опубліковано 17 сер 2024
  • The Vada Pav - I’ve craved it since I last cooked it and again, it didn’t disappoint! This vegetarian street food is ranked the 13th best sandwich on Taste Atlas, and it’s definitely in my Top 3 favourites!
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    Recipe
    Ingredients
    - 4 medium potatoes, peeled, boiled and mashed
    - 2 green chillies, finely diced
    - 5 cloves garlic, minced
    - 10 curry leaves, finely sliced
    - 1/4 bunch coriander leaves, finely sliced
    - 2 tbsp grapeseed oil
    - 1 tsp mustard seeds
    - 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
    - 200g besan flour
    - Oil for frying
    - Soft white rolls to serve
    Method
    1. Make both the chutneys listed below first.
    2. To make the potato, in a large pot heat the oil and toast the mustard seeds for 2 minutes.
    3. Add the chilli and garlic and cook for 4 minutes, then add the coriander, turmeric and a pinch of salt.
    4. Next, add the mashed potato and mix well, set aside to cool slightly.
    5. To make the batter, mix the besan flour with a pinch of salt and add water until it's the consistency of cream.
    6. Roll the potato into balls and place into the batter.
    7. Deep fry the balls in the oil and then serve on the roll with both chutneys.
    Herb chutney
    Ingredients
    - 1 green chilli
    - 1/4 bunch coriander leaves
    - 1/4 bunch mint
    - 2 cloves garlic
    - Juice of a lemon
    - Teaspoon cumin seeds
    Method
    1. Blend everything and you're good to go
    Spicy garlic chutney
    Ingredients
    - 1 cup fried batter bits
    - 1 tsp chilli powder
    - 3 cloves garlic
    - Salt to taste
    Method
    1. Heat the oil to 180c and start by carefully pouring in the batter (from the recipe above) with all your fingers. Once it's golden brown, remove it and place it onto a paper towel to drain.
    2. Add the fried batter, garlic and chilli to a food processor and blend until you have a coarse texture.
    Tamarind Chutney
    Ingredients
    - 1 large tbsp Tamarind puree
    - 2 cloves garlic, grated
    - Thumb size piece of ginger
    - Small pinch salt
    - 2 tsp brown sugar
    Method
    1. Place everything into a small pot and over a med heat bring to a simmer for 3-4 minutes, and it’s good to go.

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  • @ashwinthakur5478
    @ashwinthakur5478 Рік тому +4219

    Being from Mumbai where the Vada Pav originated and which is also a very economical choice of snack or even meals sometimes you literally have created a cultural phenomenon in your kitchen. You are now a honorary mumbaikar Andy and I hope others also share the same sentiment,love your food and I hope you keep prospering..

    • @schnozz87
      @schnozz87 Рік тому +33

      Question for a Mumbaikar: i visited Mumbai about 10 years ago and had potato cake deep fried, served in a white bread roll with a green chilli on top but it was presented to me as "aloo tiki" - have i totally misremembered this name or is this something else entirely? I remember it was probably the most delicious thing I ate whilst there though...

    • @dragerdevil85
      @dragerdevil85 Рік тому +49

      @@schnozz87yes Aloo tikki is completely different snack and Wada-Paav is different. Wada pav is originated in Mumbai and Aloo tikki in northern India. Both has distinctive taste.

    • @ashwinthakur5478
      @ashwinthakur5478 Рік тому +30

      @@schnozz87 if it was mashed potato in a yellow batter deep fried,that was a Vada that was placed in the white bread that's called paav. Aloo tikka is a little different,it's flattened and deep fried with some spices and eaten with sweet and spicy chutneys with some Sev or as it is. Vada pav is more of a Mumbai snack and although we do get Aloo tikka here in Mumbai,it's more of a staple in North India especially Delhi.

    • @rianamohamed300
      @rianamohamed300 Рік тому +9

      Me pan mumbaikar hau. Wada paw bagla bes lagte

    • @vokso11
      @vokso11 Рік тому +14

      Having spent 6 years in india (Pune) as a student. Vada Pav was always my go to evening meal ! I miss Mumbai

  • @abhishekgeel6263
    @abhishekgeel6263 Рік тому +1144

    The only non-Indian UA-cam channel that I can say is 100 %
    Authentic about the recipes.
    And the sincere approach of him makes it even more admirable.
    Love from India❤

    • @pradman81
      @pradman81 Рік тому +1

      You have clearly not seen samseats

    • @someshwarrao8382
      @someshwarrao8382 Рік тому +2

      His biryani recipe far surpasses every Indian UA-camr’s recipe. Andy is legit.

    • @arakyNN
      @arakyNN Рік тому +3

      @@someshwarrao8382 i mean he didnt use hing powder for the vada. which is the main thing. lmao i dont think this is 100% authentic

    • @abhinavram7920
      @abhinavram7920 11 місяців тому +2

      @dipansuprusty they put coconut chutney in vada pav? never heard of that lol

    • @abhinavram7920
      @abhinavram7920 11 місяців тому

      @@arakyNN ig it's true, maybe its hard to find there

  • @aniketsawant447
    @aniketsawant447 Рік тому +33

    Andy, you've nailed the vada pav. And I'm not just saying this because you've made a dish from my city, but you are one of the best international chefs out there who really understands the culture behind every global dish before giving it a go. Keep up the great work and keep inspiring us to cook new things from around the world!

  • @omkarmasurkar7650
    @omkarmasurkar7650 Рік тому +13

    A couple of additional things
    1. Bloom the turmeric powder in the oil, the colour should brighten up and you don't risk having any raw spice taste
    2. The amount of garlic in proportion to the crispy bits could be increased - gives the chutney a lot more umami - additionally we tend to add roasted peanuts in equal proportion and instead of the chilli powder you could toast a couple of dried red chillies and add them to the blender - the raw spice could otherwise be difficult to cut through.
    3. The fried green chilli is usually coated in salt (like castor sugar on a donut) - helps to cut through the spice
    4. The mustard in the 'vada' is usually black instead of yellow - that with the curry leaves is quintessential to a lot of Indian cooking (mostly southern states)

    • @hcshenoy
      @hcshenoy 11 місяців тому

      Bhak

    • @prakashp2450
      @prakashp2450 4 місяці тому

      Yeah none of what your stuff was northern region of how we make a vada pav

    • @leavemealonepls.
      @leavemealonepls. 3 місяці тому

      ​@@prakashp2450the steps this person gave is how to make vada pav, which originates from Maharashtra. Sorry but idc how you make it in the north

  • @andrina118
    @andrina118 Рік тому +909

    Andy comes off as a really sincere & authentic guy. Love his no-nonsense but professional approach!

    • @parv25
      @parv25 Рік тому +5

      Exactly what I feel!

    • @cv990a4
      @cv990a4 Рік тому +9

      Genuine Kiwi bloke - complete with occasionally swallowing his vowels. Can make it hard to catch what he's saying sometimes if you're not tuned to the accent - exactly like my Kiwi cousins.

    • @bendelbridge
      @bendelbridge Рік тому +2

      That’s because he is. Seems incredibly humble and everything you said already. I anxiously wait for his videos and love seeing what he does next

    • @raghavsharma111
      @raghavsharma111 Рік тому +1

      @@cv990a4 Kiwi?! I thought he was Aussie.

    • @Phoenix-od2bp
      @Phoenix-od2bp Рік тому +2

      Recently came to know he is a kiwi, an Indian watching from Wellington. Kiwi’s are awesome people!

  • @lisamckay5058
    @lisamckay5058 Рік тому +646

    The range of foods from India is astonishing to me. I always have to remind myself how many different cultures/regions, and therefore, cuisines come from India. This looks delicious. Thank you, Andy.

    • @pm6127
      @pm6127 Рік тому +32

      India is like 2 Europes clubbed together as a country.

    • @kushagraN
      @kushagraN Рік тому +27

      Yup
      This is a quintessential western Indian dish made predominantly w/ ingredients brought by the Portuguese, - pav & potatoes, but spiced to perfection by the locals.
      Hence why the complete name of the vada(ball) is "BATATA VADA" taken straight from Portuguese language

    • @lisamckay5058
      @lisamckay5058 Рік тому +2

      @@kushagraN fascinating! I love hearing the backstory on things. Thank you.

    • @-abhi
      @-abhi Рік тому +14

      ​@@kushagraNit is fake history distorted by British that potato is brought by Portuguese,
      Just like English word brother,mother,daughter,trigonometry is sanskrit word stolen by British even they looted the word loot 😂

    • @morgoth16
      @morgoth16 Рік тому +3

      @@lisamckay5058 Adding to this, one man called Ashok Vaidya opened his stall in the mill heartland of Mumbai in a railway station, this would've been great for an on-the-go snack for working people.

  • @RobynChattopadhyay-ng8eh
    @RobynChattopadhyay-ng8eh Рік тому +17

    I cannot quite figure out why your content is so amazingly good to watch. Its such an interesting mix of your no nonsense cooking style, going straight into making it, the joy you seem to bring into the process and the somehow extremely respectful way you treat each dish from other cultures. You are such an ambassador for our wonderful country Andy (as is your lovely team)

  • @alwinsimon9865
    @alwinsimon9865 Рік тому +171

    Finally the Humble Vada Pav is earning the respect it deserves❤

  • @bhinoyj
    @bhinoyj Рік тому +619

    Very very authentic Andy. Kudos for capturing that so well. Add in a sweet cup of tea a noisy street and rain ... The full experience ❤

    • @andy_cooks
      @andy_cooks  Рік тому +132

      Sounds like a good time to me!

    • @reznovvazileski3193
      @reznovvazileski3193 Рік тому +14

      Rain and busy streets I've got enough in my country :') Will a cup of well honeyed-up chai suffice for the tea?

    • @Sai_Srutii
      @Sai_Srutii Рік тому +4

      They say honey must never be added to hot water/be heated (which seems to have become the trend today). It acquires harmful properties. It must only be added to warm water -which leads to wonderful results. So, if u wish a hot cup of tea without sugar, maybe add use substitutes like Jaggery power (if available)- that's actually good for health in some ways.

    • @reznovvazileski3193
      @reznovvazileski3193 Рік тому

      @@Sai_Srutii Back in my day they said peanutbutter gives you cancer too dude I'm over it xD If it's so dangerous they should stop profitting off of it and pull it from the market. If it's fine then I got nothing to worry about.

    • @tiwarikuldeep9143
      @tiwarikuldeep9143 Рік тому +1

      ​@@andy_cooks try to use more coconut in that masala

  • @amalvarghese
    @amalvarghese Рік тому +482

    How does this man make so many authentic food from all over the world. This man is irreplaceable. Respect form an Indian.

    • @LightLoveLaugh
      @LightLoveLaugh Рік тому +4

      Coz he is a chef and chefs meetup with others chefs from different countries, indian food is popular everywhere and also they are taught cuisines around the world

    • @bobf5360
      @bobf5360 Рік тому +1

      @@LightLoveLaugh but still. Respect for Andy. He is well traveled, and fearless in his cooking. I know a couple chefs personally who rarely venture outside of their comfort zone (at least when cooking for others or professionally). Otherwise agree 99%, pro chefs get it done.

  • @sqwark4523
    @sqwark4523 Рік тому +24

    From the UK, Vada Pav (Wada Pow) is legit my favourite snack of all time. Salt your fried chilies and eat them like a pyscho!!

  • @28kedar
    @28kedar Рік тому +26

    First of all, I must say you cooked it pretty accurately. So the dry red chutney can be made of roasted ground peanuts with garlic and red chilli powder. Vada Pav stalls replace the groudnuts with the fried bits of flour as that is abundantly available. Some shops or in some homes the potatoes arent mashed so finely, small chunks are left here and there on purpose to give them a bit more firmness and better texture. The tamarind chutney is usually quite dilute, and try adding rock salt to it, it gives it a nice lift.

    • @droptableusers1239
      @droptableusers1239 11 місяців тому +1

      You speak the truth! Also love to eat it with pomegranate

  • @indapamod
    @indapamod Рік тому +223

    The garlic chutney was innovative...the traditional version uses desiccated coconut, roasted peanuts and at times sesame. There's a Vada pav vendor in Mumbai who uses the crispy chickpea flour fried bits as topping to add texture. Loved your red garlic chutney version too 🙌🏼

    • @tushar7988
      @tushar7988 Рік тому +6

      Just had that from 'that' vendor in Mumbai this morning 😋😋😉

    • @lazydamsel
      @lazydamsel Рік тому +7

      Dessicated coconut one is one variety, ideally without that is tastier.

    • @lakshmikrithika2521
      @lakshmikrithika2521 Рік тому +5

      Are you talking about keerti college vada pav?
      He smashes the recipe of vada pav hands down 🙌🙌🙌

    • @ultimatum97
      @ultimatum97 Рік тому +2

      Besan bits, peanuts and desiccated coconut are all the variations which all taste great in their own right

    • @atharvatalole7541
      @atharvatalole7541 Рік тому +4

      I think ideally it is made using DRIED coconut which is blended along with other ingredients.

  • @davidmenezes8112
    @davidmenezes8112 Рік тому +96

    Looks authentic. I’m amazed at the breadth of your knowledge across cuisines

  • @jabberwock2428
    @jabberwock2428 11 місяців тому +7

    This is so so good. Just made it and it’s almost certainly immediately jumping to the top of the list of my favourite ever recipes.

  • @nayanmenon5084
    @nayanmenon5084 Рік тому +30

    To be honest, I don't think I have seen any other creator cook unique delicacies from around the world as you do Andy. Keep up the good work & looking forward to more delights ✌️✌️

    • @egyptology22
      @egyptology22 9 місяців тому

      It comes from kiwis and Aussies acknowledging and being aware that there are other counties. Americans couldn't even name the states in their own country lolol

  • @Ghost.Nappa56
    @Ghost.Nappa56 Рік тому +382

    Not from the part of India where its popular so it's kind of a novelty item for me. Last time I was in Mumbai, due to the influence of some crushed green leaves I ended up gobbling down ten of these in one go. No regrets it was wonderful 😂

    • @hardmcshaft7931
      @hardmcshaft7931 Рік тому +16

      Haha nice so U were high. I bet they make good food for munchies

    • @Ghost.Nappa56
      @Ghost.Nappa56 Рік тому +35

      ​@@hardmcshaft7931 Western India is specially a treasure trove for tea time snacks

    • @rooftopmunda
      @rooftopmunda Рік тому +4

      I smoke daily and eat 2 vada pao and dabeli. Daily since last 5 years 🤌🏻

    • @amolashtaputre
      @amolashtaputre Рік тому +6

      Some crushed green leaves ... hahahahaha!

    • @nicotinedealer7653
      @nicotinedealer7653 Рік тому +8

      Mumbai frankies are so good for munchies ngl, try those next time.

  • @Cloud-nd2cm
    @Cloud-nd2cm Рік тому +95

    Dont think I have seen anybody put such a genuine effort to make humble vadapav and keep it original and so well explained that everybody can take some elements out of it. kudos

  • @reachbinnie
    @reachbinnie Рік тому +6

    Your authenticity and genuine love for cuisines from other cultures clearly shows through your videos. Keep it up!

  • @alistairmills7608
    @alistairmills7608 3 місяці тому +1

    This Vada Pav looks delicious.
    Having grown up in Melbourne and eaten Chinese, Italian, Greek, French, Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Mexican and Moroccan food I thought I was experienced with other nations foods but Andy you have literally cooked 100's of FABULOUS dishes that I have never even heard of let alone tasted. Thank you. The adventure continues.

  • @SARTHAKMADAAN
    @SARTHAKMADAAN Рік тому +92

    What a authentic recipe Andy, i live in Mumbai and we often make this at home, but trust me even we don’t put this much of an effort. This was the purest form of Vada Pav you had made.

  • @chirantanr
    @chirantanr Рік тому +57

    In the tamarind chutney, I like using date puree. Soak the dates for several hours starting in hot water and blend those in. It not only adds sweetness but also a bit of fruitiness to lift the overall flavour profile of the chutney.

    • @sudippaul2876
      @sudippaul2876 Рік тому

      Yes it enhances the flavour surely but I'm not sure about the garlic though that he used here. Garlic has a distinctive flavour which doesn't go well with Vada Pav to me.

    • @archit2894
      @archit2894 Рік тому +3

      ​@@sudippaul2876 huh, have you never eaten vada pav at a roadside stall, everyone puts garlic chutney in it

    • @AdityaSingh-tg3pd
      @AdityaSingh-tg3pd Рік тому +1

      @@archit2894 true

  • @harism5589
    @harism5589 Рік тому +7

    Made it look so simple! The taste is from perfect combination of prefect seasoning, amount of salt, green chili, garlic and ginger, the flavors of those “chatnies “ . Nicely done sir, it is been couple of years since I visited Mumbai. Looking at this makes my mouth water!

  • @Hrushikesh_mane
    @Hrushikesh_mane Рік тому +3

    The detailing you have gone through is mind-blowing. I really appreciate that you maintained the authenticity of vada pav. Loved the video.😊

  • @vinayakjadhav7266
    @vinayakjadhav7266 Рік тому +19

    A big cheers to you for making an attempt to make it as authentic as it can. You have nailed it Andy. Best wishes waiting for more to come.

  • @onjiponj
    @onjiponj Рік тому +51

    Andy continues to amaze me and all other viewers. The amount of care and dedication that goes into these videos and making sure every step is on point makes it all the more authentic and beautiful. I have watched other cooks on UA-cam that add their own twist to indian dishes, in order for shortcuts, but there is not good shortcut to a good recipe like this. Forever glad this man exists and that I am subscribed

  • @tinkat2208
    @tinkat2208 3 місяці тому +1

    I had this for the 1st time about 4 months ago from an Indian take away at Southern cross station in Melbourne. I have to say it's one of the best things I've eaten in years. It reminded me of the 1st time I had masala dosai in the early 90s , it's amazing.
    I had mine just plain in a soft white bun and your taste buds will sing.
    Thanks for sharing Andy xx❤️

  • @nandanasalvi
    @nandanasalvi Рік тому +2

    It's the first time I see a non Maharashtrian, a non-Indian paying so much attention to details, and preparing this Mumbai Iconic dish without unnecessary interpretation.
    Thanks for respecting the dish which carries a significant meaning, purpose and importance beyond being just a Fast Food.
    Thanks 🙏

  • @prathameshacharya9739
    @prathameshacharya9739 Рік тому +109

    Andy I have to tell you, you have made one of the most accurate recipies of Vada Pav. Being a "Mumbaikar" ( someone who lives in Mumbai ), I approve of this recipe.
    It pisses me off when many chefs overcomplicate this very simple dish.
    Excellent job mate, love your videos. Cheers!

  • @Jana-oj7zq
    @Jana-oj7zq Рік тому +41

    My brain thought I could smell this when you blended the potatoes with the aromatics. So good.
    In keeping with this theme, would you please consider making a pav bhaji at some point?

  • @mandalorian1992
    @mandalorian1992 Рік тому +23

    The ingredients and recipe is more authentic than a lot of Indian chefs use.

    • @RomitDholakia5
      @RomitDholakia5 10 місяців тому

      This is the way.
      I had a question. What happened to the ordinary people of Mandalore after the seige? And where was Din Djarin in Clone wars? If Bo Kotan was sister of Dutchess Satine then what was her relationship with Pre Vizla? What happens to dark saber after Darth Maul takes it from Pre Vizla?

  • @bikramjitsingh8708
    @bikramjitsingh8708 Рік тому +55

    I'm a North Indian and once in my career I went to work in Maharashtra (Pune). I am a fan of McChicken Burgers. To my surprise, I didn't find any McDonalds in Pune because there was a Vada Pav selling stall at every corner. Not only did I realize that how big the Vada Pav industry is in Maharashtra that giants like McDonalds couldn't beat, but Vada Pav itself is a big snack. The Chutneys and the chilly are cherry on the top. Too/Two good Vada Pav is a tummy filler, a snack you won't regret and that it is available easily and is everywhere.
    And if a chef like Andy cooks Vada Pav, its a treat!
    And its cheap only 20 bucks (one sixth of a USD)

    • @pankaj_p_05
      @pankaj_p_05 Рік тому +11

      I don't know in what year you were in Pune but today there are dozens of McDonald's in Pune, also I totally agree vadapav is best

    • @nikhilct1
      @nikhilct1 Рік тому +8

      Dare I say, most places in Pune have better Vada Pav than most places in Mumbai.

    • @GurpreetSingh-sc3rj
      @GurpreetSingh-sc3rj Рік тому +3

      ​@@nikhilct1 as a North Indian residing in Pune for the past couple of years but has visited Mumbai since childhood as I have family there.....I 100% agree with you....Controversial statement but I find Pune street food better than Mumbai, and vada pav is just delicious with a cup of strong puneri Chai in the lovely and breezy Pune monsoon

    • @shreymathur8720
      @shreymathur8720 Рік тому

      @@GurpreetSingh-sc3rjwhy you guys want me to visit Pune again all the way from Delhi 😢 for having this again

    • @shinkiro69420
      @shinkiro69420 Рік тому

      @@nikhilct1 this comment will trigger most people from mumbai

  • @dnk0794
    @dnk0794 Рік тому +183

    Vada paav is a whole meal for us and not just a slider or a side dish. It culturally connects everyone in the city, two of these is dinner for a middle class hardworking human and the richest of the rich walk down to the streets to taste an authentic vada paav. Vada paav is symbolic to the vibrant homely culture of my city, Mumbai. As long as this dish rules the city, no one will ever go to sleep with a hungry stomach ❤ kudos to the chef for such a delicious looking video, I could taste it through my screen 🫶

    • @sid1994dps
      @sid1994dps Рік тому +9

      I've never really come across anything as well written as this to describe the emotion, that is Vada Pav. I'm from Delhi and living in Delhi again now, but I've spent a good 10 years in Mumbai. Eventhough I used to be more of a Samosa Pav kinda guy, Vada Pav is still the first thing that comes to mind when I think of Mumbai and is a must have for me on every Mumbai layover I have!

    • @dnk0794
      @dnk0794 Рік тому +2

      @@sid1994dps Thank you Siddhant :)

    • @kedrprao
      @kedrprao Рік тому +8

      Agree with the fact that Vada pav is cultur in Mumbai but Vada Pav is NOT whole meal for us. As a marathi maanus myself, where this dish originated, lemme tell you all that vada pav is just our fast food that connects the city; but it is not whole meal unless you are rickshawalla!!

    • @priyak7384
      @priyak7384 Рік тому +2

      @@kedrprao correct

    • @MinisterOfAffairs
      @MinisterOfAffairs Рік тому +2

      Vada pav is indeed a veg slider. And sliders are not side dishes. Apart from that, your sentiments are very well articulated.

  • @manaskulkarni7805
    @manaskulkarni7805 Рік тому +4

    Chef Andy is the only person on UA-cam who honestly studies about the dish and it's background and makes it precise....not a single error ,that's how we eat Vada pav here. Lots of love Chef

  • @universalspirit5831
    @universalspirit5831 Рік тому +8

    Awesome work Andy..... you really nailed the Vada Pav to perfection 👏👏👏
    Just one small thing to add..... you should have a few bites of the fried chillies intermittently between the Vada Pav bites.....that would be the peak experience of the Vada Pav 😀😀

  • @petruccifanboi
    @petruccifanboi Рік тому +6

    Man ! You really got all the details in there and that Vada Pav looks killer! You’re the man Andy ! ❤️ from 🇮🇳

  • @kims7554
    @kims7554 Рік тому +7

    Love how Andy looks so adoringly at the Vada Pav in the thumbnail 😊

  • @RutaliDMulye
    @RutaliDMulye Рік тому +4

    I make these often , the tadka for potato is oil turmeric garlic green chili and you can add mustard seeds and urad daal , this mixture can be added to boiled mashed potatoes ! I always cook my turmeric in oil and don’t just add it like salt

  • @nachidalvi
    @nachidalvi 4 місяці тому

    Great recipe but just a few things:
    - Add caraway/ajwain seeds(crush it with your hanss) in the batter. Gives the batter an extra layer of flavour and is good for digestion and is usually put in most besan items like vadas and bhajjis.
    - For the aloo sabji, instead of directly adding the chilli, garlic and ginger, make a paste of it with a mortar and pestle(just like the spicy chutney). Also, we usually keep the curry leaves whole rather than cutting them.
    Learnt a lot of these small tips from my mom and grandma.
    Anyways great recipe as usual without losing any of the authenticity. Well done Andy!!

  • @TheKansen
    @TheKansen Рік тому +6

    Very well presented. Some minor corrections since you want to make authentic mumbai vada pav.
    1. Use black mustard seeds (fewer than what you added) and coriander seeds in mashed potatoes.
    2. No garlic in tamarind chutney. Instead add little bit of coriander powder, cumin powder, grated ginger and pinch of dry mango powder. If you want to take that chutney to next level add pureed dates in it. The sweet / sour combo of dates/tamarind is the main flavor.
    3. In the dry chutney you need to more garlic since that is the main flavor of this chutney.

  • @vipuljoshi008
    @vipuljoshi008 Рік тому +4

    You're one of the very few chefs who sticks to the original recipes! Kudos mate!

  • @sush139
    @sush139 Рік тому +3

    You have absolutely done this justice. Your appreciation and joy is palpable.

  • @raamcaash
    @raamcaash Рік тому +4

    Good work ….. usually we use black mustard seeds with the potato seasoning and the sweet chutney is based on dates… and the dry red chutney is made with coarsely ground roasted peanuts …. The fried batter chips are used as crunchy bits when constructing the Wada pav….. usually spillovers of frying the wada😊

  • @battoad
    @battoad Рік тому +7

    Vada Pav has a special place in my heart. Any 90's kids from Mumbai will understand. This makes me hungry and nostalgic.

  • @eileenoreilly1979
    @eileenoreilly1979 Рік тому +300

    Thank you for showing how amazing plant based food can be! 😊

    • @nishantchoudhary8540
      @nishantchoudhary8540 Рік тому +68

      Indian food is mostly plant based. My American friends got surprised when they learned that meat is not a part of the regular diet in India. Even non-veg eaters consume very little meat.

    • @irasingh8884
      @irasingh8884 Рік тому +20

      Come to India ,if you want flavourful vegetarian food.

    • @roxxxxxy
      @roxxxxxy Рік тому +10

      u really need to escape the bubble

    • @Akshat-zw9gr
      @Akshat-zw9gr Рік тому +8

      Come to India lol

    • @mrgandhi7639
      @mrgandhi7639 Рік тому +7

      Plant based food...😂...what have you been eating before...

  • @darkseidos
    @darkseidos Рік тому +10

    Curry leaves in the freezer, looking sad is the most relatable thing ever 😁

  • @rajgandu2607
    @rajgandu2607 Рік тому +1

    Just a heads up to everyone, always slit the chilli while deep frying it to stop it from popping... I'm glad my mom taught me this.

  • @user-dn7jl7bk6e
    @user-dn7jl7bk6e Рік тому +2

    He is a perfectionist. Preparing all types of chutneys and just perfect vada pav needs lot of patience and research. Kudos to your hard work in keeping the authenticity of the dish 👏👏 This looks just perfect and so yummy 😋

  • @brianradtke6677
    @brianradtke6677 Рік тому +9

    Made these tonight chef. Used a different recipe for fry coconut garlic chutney, but still excellent!

  • @majle051
    @majle051 Рік тому +3

    I will never forget when I watched Anthony Bourdain eating it for the first time on the streets of Mumbai and commenting that it was one of the best things he has ever eaten...since then on top of my wishlist!

  • @KanadGodse
    @KanadGodse Рік тому +2

    Man, you just rock! You're the first non Indian I've seen make a Vada Paav more authentically than even Indians in Mumbai make!

  • @avinaash1658
    @avinaash1658 Рік тому +5

    I don’t know about Vadapav becoming “sandwich of the year”, but if you keep continue making Indian foods with this perfection, you are sure going to become One of the best non-Indian chef of India.

  • @andrewc0sta
    @andrewc0sta Рік тому +92

    Hey Andy a couple of tips and tricks.if you want to make the vada more crispy you can add a couple of teaspoons of rice flour to the batter. Also toast the buns in butter it's makes world of a difference. Its like having a brioche bun kinda effect..
    If there is left over batter just add some chilly powder, some rice flour and a pinch of asafoetida and you can make bajji.any veggies from sliced potato, onions, Cauliflower, halved hard boiled egg, halved jalapeño and raw banana that you get in a south Indian store coat them in the batter and deep fry them. Please done use any veggies that has the potential to get soggy or high water content veggies.
    You can have it with south Indian coconut chutney or tomato chutney or just the kara chutney..

    • @deathlordgaming1573
      @deathlordgaming1573 Рік тому +11

      See this suggestion are nice
      But would not want to mess with Vada pav Mumbai will not accept it

    • @andrewc0sta
      @andrewc0sta Рік тому +2

      Ok...

    • @AP-qd9il
      @AP-qd9il Рік тому +4

      Nothing wrong with suggestion it’s using the run off after making them. My family have done this for many years. It’s a brilliant way to add side dishes. Kids love them too.

    • @vivalaval4124
      @vivalaval4124 Рік тому +2

      This is a great tip! I’m going to try it

    • @vidyutlokur2222
      @vidyutlokur2222 Рік тому +2

      I must try the rice flour bit.

  • @ayushi6892
    @ayushi6892 Рік тому +16

    Not just people of Mumbai, whole of India Andy! We all love it 😋

  • @calykrish
    @calykrish Рік тому +1

    ✨PERFECT Authentic Recipe
    ✨PERFECT Execution
    ✨PERFECT Detailing
    ✨PERFECT Video shots/editing
    ✨PERFECT Talking, Narrating
    ✨PERFECT Vada Pav😃
    How Andy how,
    no Extra ingredients,
    no Extra steps,
    no Extra cooking or adding side chetnies or salads,
    no Extra Talking/silly talk
    no Extra or over action
    How did you do perfectly, ANDY. Keep it up👍
    are you Michelin chef or what ?

  • @vishalkapadia7395
    @vishalkapadia7395 Рік тому

    For someone who is not from Mumbai, India, this is pretty good. Few pointers for you, if I may….
    1. In the besan mixture, add a
    tablespoon of rice flour and a teaspoon of baking soda along with a spoon of hot oil and a tablespoon of Kashmiri red chilli powder.
    2. The Dry red Chilli Chutney- fry some garlic cloves in oil with the skin on (adds great texture) and then add them to grinder. Also, lightly fry some raw peanuts (skin on for the texture) before adding them to the grinder.
    These bits are what gives that Mumbai street taste which honestly, makes this dish so very special.

  • @neildcosta5041
    @neildcosta5041 Рік тому +9

    Brings back childhood memories. Will definitely try making this recipe. Thank you for making a longer video. You should also try bhajia paav, an onion+potato fritter sandwich ( another mumbai classic after the vada/samosa paav) 😊

  • @nilabakery
    @nilabakery Рік тому +5

    This recipe is clearly the work of a true culinary artist. The way you combine flavors and textures is simply sublime 👌🥰🤩😋😋

  • @zareergandhi2694
    @zareergandhi2694 Рік тому

    Hey Andy, I am no cook so am not gonna say anything about the recipe, but appreciate the amount of love and efforts (chutney making) you put in to the making of this vada pav and am sure it must be yummy.

  • @indianjanesmith
    @indianjanesmith Рік тому +3

    I am a Mumbaikar and we love our vada pav, which is less a food and more a cultural icon of our city. Thanks for bringing it to the rest of the world!
    Btw, tamarind chutney also has roasted cumin powder, black salt, and red chilli powder. You can also add date puree to sweeten it instead of sugar. You can skip the garlic and ginger though. Cheers ❤

  • @DCm8r
    @DCm8r Рік тому +1

    As a mumbaikar myaelf I can say you've come pretty close Andy. Good effort and its lovely to see renowned western chefs actually try some more authentic Indian food. Not just same old butter chicken, rogan josh and so on. Try getting into south indian food for some more amazing vegetarian options.

  • @ameliab1765
    @ameliab1765 Рік тому +15

    Yummm! Indian food is absolutely delicious I love the array of spices and techniques used. Could you perhaps do a video of you making a range of Indian snacks for Diwali? We used to live in Papatoetoe which has a huge Indian community, Diwali was always such a lovely time eating all the different snacks and sweets. Favourite was pakora - would love to see you make it! He tino pai to mahi kare x

    • @pm6127
      @pm6127 Рік тому +2

      Which pakoda was it?? Onion, spinach or potato?

    • @ameliab1765
      @ameliab1765 Рік тому +1

      @@pm6127 I think it was potato. Whatever it was I ate about 20 😂

    • @archit2894
      @archit2894 Рік тому

      ​@@ameliab1765 daaaaaam😮

    • @rishipalai2261
      @rishipalai2261 Рік тому +1

      @@ameliab1765 haha wow that's amazing. U should try cottage cheese pakora and all. Yeah samosas too someday

    • @princesspihumommy912
      @princesspihumommy912 Рік тому +2

      ​@Amelia B potato pakora is very easy . Peel potatoes and slice in thin round shape . For batter. Add chickpeas flour add salt , little turmeric, carom seeds mashed in your palm add it make a medium consistency batter with water . Then mix potato slices one by one and add in medium hot oil . It's ready hope you will like it.

  • @benclayton3762
    @benclayton3762 Рік тому +13

    That looks brilliant, indian cuisine is truely amazing and incredibly broad and diverse. Would be a great starter to a vindaloo!! DAMN IT!! NOW I WANT A CURRY!!😂😂😂
    Nice work mate.

  • @URANIUM-235_
    @URANIUM-235_ Рік тому

    We are somewhat femous vada pav maker in india. This is secret recipe we kept from long time, no need to use chutney, vada itself tests very good with this way.
    Just fried green chilly with little bit salt sprinkled.
    Vada Recipe
    For Batter :
    *Besan
    *All purpose flour 1/10th of besan
    *Turmeric
    *Ajwain Seeds
    *Salt
    For Filing:
    *Boiled Potato (Roughly Mashed / chunky)
    *Chillie + Garlic + Ginger + Pudina (Hand Crushed)
    *Curry leaves + Mustard seeds
    *Coriander
    *Turmeric
    *Lime Juce
    *Hing (Just Hint)
    *Jeera Powder (Just Hint)
    Please try this way.

  • @im079c7
    @im079c7 Рік тому

    My mouth has been watering the whole time during the video. It's been years since I've had one...good Job

  • @ginamdar
    @ginamdar Рік тому +8

    Made me nostalgic! Nailed it Andy especially with crunchy chutney and fried chillies. Btw the batter - you can add rice flour (may be tablespoon not more) to make it fluffy/crunchy and also we add small (teaspoon) carrom seeds . And yes you need chopped raw onion inside that final product before you eat :). Mumbaikar goes berserk if they dont see onions in their vada paav :). 💯

  • @debadritagupta6364
    @debadritagupta6364 Рік тому +35

    Short answer YES! Nothing beats a Vada pav ❤❤❤❤❤❤ you can add asofoetida(hing) to the potato mix as well. I think the second chatni can be slightly runnier in consistency otherwise near perfect recipe! I think it's the best vegan dish in the world 😂

    • @Jana-oj7zq
      @Jana-oj7zq Рік тому +6

      You’re right about the hing. It’s so good, when I can handle the smell! I keep it in a jar in my garage.

    • @lazydamsel
      @lazydamsel Рік тому +1

      ​@@Jana-oj7zq that smell is overwhelming at times and yes it has to be kept at a distance in that case lol

    • @basu69
      @basu69 Рік тому +2

      I know it is not just a snack for the Mumbaikars. It is a cultural phenomenon. But, come on. Don't go to "...nothing beats...." nonsense :). You have not experienced Calcutta (Kolkata) street food perhaps. A mutton or egg-mutton roll, or a mughlai paratha, or even a vegetable chop (the bengali chop, not the English chop). C'mon! And I have the greatest respect for the vada pao, and all other non-Bengali foods, absolutely. But land and wander in Kolkata, and be ready to be wowed. But wait, not for the vegetarians however. For vegetarians perhaps, north/west Indian snacks are perfect.

    • @lazydamsel
      @lazydamsel Рік тому +1

      @@basu69 for vegetarians West India fast food is the best!

    • @priyak7384
      @priyak7384 Рік тому

      @@basu69 roll/ mughlai/ chops none is authentic Indian 😆😆. And mustard oil makes us nauseous. So Bengal food is not for us. But to enlighten you, we have all these recipes you mentioned on maharashtra streets too. Vadapav overtakes all. You need to get out of your well.

  • @legendarykeyboardwarrior8364
    @legendarykeyboardwarrior8364 Рік тому +1

    I found that to learn a particular dish from other part of world,, is to not get get super focus on written recipe but to learn about people and lifestyle/ethics of that area and enjoy learning food,, thats how i master pasta, pizza, calzones, apple/blueberry pie, pastries, Japanese ramen type noodle’s, french sauces and soups etc.

  • @KUSHGPATEL
    @KUSHGPATEL Рік тому

    Why is everything you cook literally perfect.

  • @bensmith7536
    @bensmith7536 Рік тому +3

    Wiki: Vada pav, alternatively spelt wada pao, is a vegetarian fast food dish native to the Indian state of Maharashtra. The dish consists of a deep fried potato dumpling placed inside a bread bun (pav) sliced almost in half through the middle.

  • @SISORI_SISORI
    @SISORI_SISORI Рік тому +5

    I’ve just made this. It was delicious. Love from the UK!

  • @Ramesh-se3uy
    @Ramesh-se3uy Рік тому +1

    Yummy 😋... you made me craving for it. Thanks Andy for keeping it authentic, you nailed it to perfection 👌🏼

  • @tarass8737
    @tarass8737 Рік тому +1

    There are a lot of spices missing. Idk if i missed ot but i didn't see him put coriander powder and jira on anything. Its essential for the flavour also you're using besan its good to add some jira (cumin) for digestion.

  • @fernandino1909
    @fernandino1909 Рік тому +7

    I'm learning so much from this 😅. Would love to see your version of a Brazilian Feijoada. Great content, btw!!!

  • @Vivek_____
    @Vivek_____ Рік тому +24

    Hey Andy, the Vada Pav looks pretty good. Next time while making the dry chatni (with chickpea batter fritters), try adding shallow fried garlic and small amount of sugar while grinding. It makes it even better. Also, try adding seedless dates, little red chilly powder, roasted cumin powder and black salt (kala namak) to tamarind chutney. Enjoy your vada pav :)

  • @missweirdo3765
    @missweirdo3765 Рік тому +42

    Being from Mumbai, I approve of this... Appreciate your efforts to keep the recipes authentic. 😇🍻

  • @himanv
    @himanv Рік тому

    This looks amazing, and looks as close to authentic as you can get. The only nit to pick would be to have the "pav" be a soft bun of white flour and lightly toast it on a tava-- flat griddle-- with some butter. That fresh butter and warm bread to ensconce that vada in makes it even better.

  • @CDM0NEY
    @CDM0NEY Рік тому +12

    There’s no better way to express when to control the heat… “the moment you feel it’s getting too hectic in there - adjust the heat” 😂😂. Well played Andy!

  • @Soumiks_DuskZone
    @Soumiks_DuskZone Рік тому +2

    This was amazing watching you make vada pav. The 3 rd Chutney was a surprise didn't expect you would make that. Keep doing dishes like this, you're an inspiration to all ❤

  • @faheemsaiyed8094
    @faheemsaiyed8094 Рік тому

    You can give the green chilies a vertical cut on the side before frying so they don't pop that much. Seeds are still going to pop but that won't be that much dangerous. Being an Indian its spot on, loved it.

  • @ChakraVart1
    @ChakraVart1 Рік тому +1

    Great recipe! Try adding a sprinkle of red chilli powder, turmeric powder and asafoetida to the besan flour for the batter. It gives it a nice, full and spicy flavour

  • @NehaSharma1389
    @NehaSharma1389 Рік тому +7

    Love Love Love this! Although not originally from Mumbai, but having lived there for 20+ years, I can say you have done absolute justice to the dish. I loved the short that you posted and I am really glad you also did this longer version. I no longer live in Mumbai, but I miss it everyday. Vada Pav is quintessentially Mumbai and you reminded me of my time there and also made my mouth water. Thank you so much Andy!

  • @kofukuu
    @kofukuu Рік тому +5

    This looks so good! I love your channel but I’m vegan so can’t make a bunch of recipes you make so I’ll definitely be making this one😍

  • @supremeleader69
    @supremeleader69 Рік тому

    Chef your love and respect for food has earned you my respect. Thanks for featuring a snack from my country.

  • @kirandatey4187
    @kirandatey4187 Рік тому

    I’m from Mumbai living in the US and I absolutely loved your video. The crunchy chutney was news for me and I am sure it tastes fabulous. The dry crunchy chutney that I am used to is with crushed toasted peanuts which is also delicious. Thank you for posting your video. Truly appreciated it.

  • @aishusav
    @aishusav Рік тому +2

    I miss Vada pav 😋 It is a perfect snack when it's raining with a hot cup of tea (chai) . You nailed it 👍❤ you can make a small slit on chillies while frying so it won't burst on you.

  • @docrex1678
    @docrex1678 Рік тому +4

    I was born in Mumbai, I never liked vada-pav (or for that matter anything with two layers of bread roll with a filling in it) but I love your enthusiasm for making it! Awesome stuff Andy......

  • @poonamkamthe9080
    @poonamkamthe9080 Рік тому

    Dear Andy, I am 'Mumbaikar' and I love your efforts. Just a small correction! We boil potato with skin and then peel it off. Also it was smashed too much. Both things will change the taste of potato stuffing.
    ❤ from Mumbai !

  • @1983simi
    @1983simi Рік тому

    As a Westerner who has been living in Mumbai - the city of Vada Pav - for 10 years now I can only say Vada Pav is not only the Sandwich of the Year, it's THE sandwich for life.
    Feeling a bit peckish on the go? Vada Pav.
    Taking a quick afternoon break from work and need an energy boost? Vada Pav.
    Out with friends but dinner is still too far? Vada Pav.
    You were only served karela bhaji for lunch? Escape and seek Vada Pav.
    Your gf/bf just left you? Breath and have a Vada Pav.
    You're just a bit bored? Take time thinking what to do next while having a fresh Vada Pav.
    Vada Pav is love. Vada Pav is life.

  • @imrankhanpathan1470
    @imrankhanpathan1470 Рік тому +4

    Way to go Andy. You did more than justice to the iconic Mumbai Vada Pav
    IDK about if there is a difference of flavour but try next time with the black mustard seeds (as black ones are used in Vada Pav) - although I don't think so it's a big deal if the flavour profile of yellow mustard is the same as black mustard

  • @kathynurks4379
    @kathynurks4379 Рік тому +4

    That sounds delicious! If I drastically cut back on the heat, would it be as good. I love spicy but my tummy doesn't. 😕
    And I gotta say, a phase you used was brilliant. When you were frying off, you said "if it gets a bit to hectic in there....".
    Perfect description.

    • @AP-qd9il
      @AP-qd9il Рік тому +2

      Chilli amount is just to taste. Good Indian food is not about how hot it is but the spice layering and textures. Never worry about reducing the chilli to suit your tolerance.

  • @hritikasarfare
    @hritikasarfare Рік тому

    🎉 i just the loved it how minute things you taken care while making .. this is the authentic recipe... You rock bro!!! Lots of love from India

  • @SeshanGovindaRajan
    @SeshanGovindaRajan Рік тому +1

    Andy one small suggestion u did everything right except some adjustment i can say in the dry chutney. in street style they dont peel the garlic they use with the skin so it gives very different flavor and not red chilli powder mostly and widely Kashmiri Chilli powder is used. these are just suggestions but the method urs is best :)

  • @suyashjoshi8
    @suyashjoshi8 Рік тому +2

    Pav Bhaji next ! Right up your alley !

  • @tusharhbk
    @tusharhbk Рік тому +3

    Andy please come to India for 1 month to enjoy orginal Indian food with your wife.

  • @mj9765
    @mj9765 Рік тому

    I havent seen anyone capture cooking an authentic vada-pav in a video that is less than 10 mins! Im inspired to cook vada-pav!

  • @hulkfromhull
    @hulkfromhull Рік тому

    Oh Andy, Andy, Andy……you made my mouth water, sitting 6K miles away here in West Yorkshire. I studied in Mumbai and Vadapav was my staple morning breakfast for 5 years. Buy it on the way out of local train station, munch it while walk to hospital and then no food from 8am to 6pm while operating on patients. It’s been years since I have had one authentic Vadapav. You don’t get it here in the UK. You are genius man. I would blindly pay any amount you ask, for your freshly made Vadapav. Brits are yet to realise the delicacy of authentic vegetarian Indian food; they are still enjoying butter chicken.

  • @lostsoul4317
    @lostsoul4317 Рік тому +4

    Brown sugar in vada paav? Did you refer to a gujju channel because that is a big no 😂😂😂

    • @DJosh20
      @DJosh20 Рік тому

      🤣🤣😂😂cant imagine that, puri wat laga di isnay..

  • @sshivash
    @sshivash 10 місяців тому

    Superb presentation! The recipe and the ingredients needed were described very clearly along with some helpful tips. Looking forward to trying this out, thank you!

  • @Anshul-sl3ij
    @Anshul-sl3ij Рік тому

    The Vada Pav looks delicious!
    Please make a video on how you keep your kitchen so neat and tidy. I LOVE your kitchen. I struggle to keep my kitchen a 100% clean.