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Pav Bhaji Noodles are ramen noodles made with simple and real ingredients and flavored with pav bhaji masala.
I’m not gonna deny it, I absolutely love Maggi Noodles, however the last time I ate them, I was left feeling sluggish and passed out for two hours. It kinda makes you wonder what’s in them.
Let’s face it, as good as Maggi Moodles taste, they’re not exactly made with the best ingredients.
So here’s my attempt at making a delicious and slightly “healthier” version of Maggi Noodles using 3-ingredient organic ramen noodles and pav bhaji masala with basic spices. The result is scrumptious and mouthwatering and will leave you wanting more.
Just trust me on this one.
What are Pav Bhaji Noodles?
Pav Bhaji Noodles are my take on traditional Maggi Noodles. They are made with minimal ingredients: ramen noodles and pav bhaji masala. These noodles taste very similar to Maggi noodles, perhaps even better.
One thing is for sure, though, you won’t be left feeling lethargic and sluggish after indulging in these noodles because they’re made with simple and real ingredients.
Do these noodles taste like the original Maggi Noodles?
Although the masala is slightly different, these noodles taste quite similar to the original Maggi Noodles. The Pav Bhaji Noodles may even taste better if you ask me.
Can I make this recipe vegan, gluten-free?
Yes.
For a vegan option, use vegan butter instead of regular butter, or you may simply just use oil and omit butter.
For a gluten-free option, just replace the noodles with these brown rice noodles – they’re delicious.
What kind of Ramen Noodles should I use?
Traditional Maggi Noodles are not made with the best ingredients, so for a healthier alternative, use Ocean’s Halo 3-ingredient Ramen Noodles. You can find this brand at Whole Foods or Walmart. They’re organic and so delicious. You will not be able to tell the difference between traditional Maggi Masala Noodles and these 3-ingredient ramen noodles.
What brand of Pav Bhaji Masala should I use?
You can easily find Pav Bhaji Masala t your local Indian grocery store. I can reassure you most of the brands at the Indian store are all amazing, I personally love Roopak’s Pav Bhaji Masala, Everest Pav Bhaji Masala, and Badshah Pav Bhaji Masala. You can’t go wrong with any of these.
What other veggies can I add to these Noodles?
For this recipe, I used green bell pepper, peas, and corn – a little pav bhaji inspiration here.
You may also use carrots, green beans, frozen mixed veggies, red bell pepper, edamame, or anything that has a bite.
Tips on making Pav Bhaji Noodles:
- Chop the ingredients.
- Prepare the masala.
- Add the water and noodles and cook.
- Garnish and enjoy!
Ingredients
Ramen Noodles: For this recipe, I used 3-ingredient Ramen Noodles – they’re organic and delicious.
Basic Flavors: Ginger, Garlic, Red Onion.
Tomato Paste: I love using tomato paste for a more concentrated flavor, it also adds a lovely color.
Veggies: Green Bell Pepper, Peas, Corn. When using frozen peas and corn, make sure you run them under warm water for a minute and drain them.
Spices: Red Chili Powder, Turmeric Powder, Pav Bhaji Masala.
Oil: Any flavorless oil works, I used Avocado Oil.
Water: You’ll need water to cook the noodles.
How to make Pav Bhaji Noodles recipe?
Prep
1. Chop the ginger, garlic, red onions, and green bell peppers. Set aside frozen peas and corn – rinse under warm water and drain.
Cook
1. Heat up a castiron dutch oven on medium heat, once hot, add 1/2 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter. Once the butter melts…
2. Add the ginger and garlic. Saute for a minute.
3. Now add the red onion. Cook for a couple of minutes until slightly golden and translucent.
4. Add green bell pepper and cook down for 3 minutes until soft and slightly brown.
5. Add tomato paste. Saute for a minute.
6. Now add the drained corn and peas. Stir all the ingredients and cook for a minute.
7. Add all the spices – red chili powder, turmeric powder, and pav bhaji masala. Also, add 1/4 cup of water – this will prevent the spices from burning. Scrape all the brown bits at the bottom of the pan. Cook for a minute.
8. Add 2 cups of water along with 1/2 tsp of salt. Stir all the ingredients. Let the water warm up for a couple of minutes.
9. In the meantime, open up your ramen noodle packets – I used my 3-ingredient ramen noodles. Stir well.
10. Cover and cook the ramen for about 6-8 minutes. The noodles should be soft and edible and that’s how you’ll know they’re done.
11. Noodles are now done. Adjust salt and spice if needed.
Garnish
1. Add 1/2 a tablespoon of butter. Stir.
2. Add cilantro and squeeze fresh lemon juice to taste.
3. Toss. At this time you may add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of water for a runnier consistency. I opted for 1/4 cup of water because I like my noodles slightly runny, but for a soupier consistency, add 1/2 cup of water.
4. Garnish with red onions – this is optional.
More Noodle Recipes!
- Vegetable Hakka Noodles
- Chili Garlic Noodles
- Spinach Mushroom Ramen Noodles
- Mexican Ramen Noodles
- Mushroom Noodles
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Pav Bhaji Noodles
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EQUIPMENT
INGREDIENTS
for pav bhaji noodles
- 1/2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/2 inch piece ginger, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion
- 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 cup frozen peas, rinsed under warm water
- 1/4 cup frozen corn, rinsed under warm water
- 1/4 tsp red chili powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp pav bhaji masala
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 packets ramen noodles, I like Ocean’s Halo brand
for garnish
- 1/2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- squeeze of lemon juice
- 1/4 cup – 1/2 cup water, for a runnier consistency
- few red onions, chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
Prep
- Chop the ginger, garlic, red onions, and green bell peppers. Set aside frozen peas and corn – rinse under warm water and drain.
Cook
- Heat up a castiron dutch oven on medium heat, once hot, add 1/2 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter. Once the butter melts…
- Add the ginger and garlic. Saute for a minute.
- Now add the red onion. Cook for a couple of minutes until slightly golden and translucent.
- Add green bell pepper and cook down for 3 minutes until soft and slightly brown.
- Add tomato paste. Saute for a minute.
- Now add the drained corn and peas. Stir all the ingredients and cook for a minute.
- Add all the spices – red chili powder, turmeric powder, and pav bhaji masala. Also, add a 1/4 cup of water – this will prevent the spices from burning. Scrape all the brown bits at the bottom of the pan. Cook for a minute.
- Add 2 cups of water along with 1/2 tsp of salt. Stir all the ingreidnets. Let the water warm-up for a couple of minutes.
- In the meantime, open up your ramen noodle packets – I used my 3-ingredient ramen noodles. Stir well.
- Cover and cook the ramen for about 6-8 minutes. The noodles should be soft and edible and that’s how you’ll know they’re done.
- Noodles are now done. Adjust salt and spice if needed.
Garnish
- Add 1/2 a tablespoon of butter. Stir.
- Add cilantro and squeeze fresh lemon juice to taste.
- Toss. At this time you may add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of water for a runnier consistency. I opted for 1/4 cup of water because I like my noodles slightly runny, but for a soupier consistency, add 1/2 cup of water.
This was soooo good. It was perfect for a quick week night dinner!
Super easy, busy weeknight and healthy meal. My kids enjoyed, and there were no leftovers!
Loved this!
I made this soon after I saw it on your post, and it was fantastic. It is a little spicy, so it the best pav bhaji 😊
It was so simple – and so worth it. Thank you for sharing it.
This came out really yummy! The Pav bhaji masala was spicier than I expected so I added a bit of cream to make it toddler friendly. They both enjoyed it. Thanks for this quick and delicious recipe!
Hi Shreya, Thanks for your comment. Yes, it’s definitely a little spicy (especially for a toddler), so adding cream is a good idea for a toddler. I’m amazed your toddler enjoyed it. My husband wouldn’t be able to handle that heat even with the cream. 🙂
Cant wait to make this soon for me for the noodles and garnish can i use vegan butter i never had pav bhaji maggi noodles before can i use other brand for the noodles as i dont have the brand in Singapore cant wait to make this for my family as they love bav bhaji and noodles perfect for my after office meals
Hi Ramya. Sure you can use a brand that you can easily find in Singapore – hopefully it’s one with minimal ingredients which is why I created this recipe. 🙂 Let me know.