Misal pav facts for kids
A plate of misal pav
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| Alternative names | Misal |
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| Type | Curry and bread |
| Place of origin | India |
| Region or state | Pune, Kolhapur, Nashik Maharashtra |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
| Main ingredients | Sprouts, mutter, chick peas and chile powder gravy |
| Variations | Misal vada |
| 289 cal kcal | |
Misal pav (in Marathi: मिसळपाव) is a super popular and tasty dish from Maharashtra, India. It's a mix of a spicy curry called misal and a soft bread roll known as pav. The misal curry is usually made with special beans called moth beans.
When you get a plate of Misal pav, it often comes topped with crunchy snacks like farsan or sev. You'll also find fresh onions, a squeeze of lemon, and green coriander leaves. People usually enjoy it hot, often with buttered bread or rolls. Sometimes, it's served with buttermilk or yogurt (called dahi) and crispy papad. It's a versatile dish, perfect for breakfast, a quick snack, or even a full meal!
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What is Misal Pav?
Misal pav is a complete meal that brings together different textures and flavors. The main part is the misal, which is a flavorful curry. This curry is served with pav, a type of soft bread roll. The dish is known for its spicy kick and fresh toppings.
Different Kinds of Misal Pav
Misal pav is made in many different ways across Maharashtra. Each region adds its own special touch.
Regional Misal Styles
- Kolhapuri Misal: This version from Kolhapur is famous for being very spicy. It has a unique taste that many people love.
- Puneri Misal: From Pune, this misal often includes pohe (flattened rice). This makes it a bit different from other types.
- Nashik Misal: The misal from Nashik is usually quite spicy too. It's often served with pav, yogurt, chopped coriander, and onions.
- Khandeshi Misal: This style comes from the Khandesh region.
- Ahmednagar Misal: This version is from the city of Ahmednagar.
Other Misal Varieties
Besides regional differences, there are also other types of misal. These include kalya masalyachi misal, shev misal, and dahi (yogurt) misal. Each one offers a slightly different flavor or texture.
How Misal is Made
Misal is prepared in a special way. It often uses sprouted lentils, like moth beans. The dish has two main parts:
- Usal: This is a thick curry made from the sprouted beans.
- Rassa: This is a watery, spicy gravy. It's also called "cut" or "bite" because of its strong flavor.
People usually mix these two parts together. They can add more or less of the rassa to make it as spicy and watery as they like. If moth beans are not available, sometimes mung beans are used instead. The usal curry is made with ingredients like onion, ginger, garlic, and various spices.
Misal Pav's Big Award
In 2015, a restaurant in Dadar called Aaswad won a big award. Their misal pav was named the world's tastiest vegetarian dish! This happened at the FoodieHub Awards in London. It shows how much people around the world enjoy this amazing dish.
Images for kids
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A plate of Misal pav ready to eat.
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A close-up view showing the rich texture of Misal pav.
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Misal pav topped with Indian snack noodles for extra crunch.
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Misal bread (Kolhapuri misal) served with the spicy curry.
