Spicy Bread Masala is the ultimate way to transform leftover bread into a flavorful, street-style snack in just minutes. Each bite offers the perfect marriage of crunchy bread and a medley of sautéed vegetables tossed in robust pav bhaji masala and tangy tomato sauce. This is a dish inspired by Indian street vendors yet has found its way into upscale restaurants, proving that simple ingredients can deliver restaurant-quality taste at home.
This recipe is especially close to my heart—passed down from my father and always a favorite when I return home. The mix of sweet tomatoes, colorful veggies, and the unmistakable aroma of pav bhaji masala creates a snack bursting with layers of flavor. Serve it piping hot and crisp with chai for a satisfying evening break or a quick meal any time you crave something spicy and comforting.
Spicy Masala Bread Snack
Print RecipeIngredients
- 5 slices bread, white or brown, roughly chopped
- 2 tsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 green chilli, slit
- 2 tbsp spring onion, finely chopped
- ½ onion, finely chopped
- ½ carrot, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp cabbage, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp capsicum, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 tsp pav bhaji masala
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp tomato sauce
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped garlic, slit green chilli, spring onion, and onion until they begin to soften.
Stir in the carrot, cabbage, capsicum, and chopped tomatoes along with half the salt. Cook until the vegetables are slightly tender but still colorful.
Sprinkle the pav bhaji masala and the remaining salt, mixing thoroughly to coat the vegetables.
Pour in the tomato sauce and combine well to create a lush, spicy base.
Gently toss in the bread pieces, folding them with the masala mixture so they’re coated and warm. Cook briefly, just until the bread edges are crisp.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander and serve immediately while hot and crunchy.
Notes
Tips:
For the best texture and flavor, use leftover white sandwich bread, as it crisps up beautifully., Serve the masala bread as soon as it’s prepared to enjoy the crunchy texture—waiting too long will make the bread soggy., Adjust spiciness to taste by adding more green chilli or an extra pinch of pav bhaji masala.