If you are having food from Maharashtra or have detected state cuisine, you have heard of two popular cuisine: Missal Pav and Yousal Pav. Road sellers are selling them across the city, and many restaurants are also these dishes on their menu. However, many people think that both these dishes are similar and use mutual words. But this is not true. While both are dear staples, they have different differences that separate them. In this article, we will fly into the world of Mist Pav and Yusal Pav, discover their unique characteristics and which makes each one special.
What is Missal Pav?
Missal Pav is a popular street food that features a mistal (spicy) curry that is served with soft and pillow pavs. The curry is prepared with sprouted moth beans and is the top of the parson (a type of fried snack), a generous sprinkle of the onion and coriander leaves with a crunchy mixture. It is a head of Maharashtrian homes and loved it for its taste.
What is Usal Pav?
On the other hand, Usal Pav is made with a combination of sprouted moth beans and white peas. This dish is often served with pav or bread rolls, providing a satisfactory crunch to complement the flavorous curry. It is enjoyed as a breakfast, breakfast or full meal.
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So, what is the difference?
Now that we have introduced both dishes, let’s dive into three major differences between Mistal Pav and USAL Pav:
1. Spices
Spice blend used in Missal Pav is usually more intense and complex, which focuses on heat and depth. On the other hand, Usal Pav is spicy, but has a milky taste profile.
2. Material
As mentioned earlier, the Missal Pav is made with only sprouted moth beans, while the yusal pav combines moth beans with white peas. This difference in material affects the texture and taste of the final dish.
3. Taste
The overall taste of the Missal Pav is often bold, spicy and slightly sweet. With a combination of Usal Pav, Moth beans and white peas, the more balanced flavor is profile.
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So go ahead, find out the world of Missal Pav and Yusal Pav, and discover your new favorite taste!
