Vada Pav Makes It To World’s Best 20 Sandwich List, Know Its History
By Jasreet Kaur14, Mar 2024 05:45 PMjagranjosh.com
Vada Pav
Vada Pav has become a part of history, especially in Mumbai, India. From its simple beginnings on the streets, it has made history by securing the 19th position in TasteAtlas' March 2024 list. Tap to learn about the history of Vada Pav.
Origin
Vada Pav, which is often referred to as the 'Indian Burger', had its genesis in Mumbai during the 1960s through Ashok Vaidya, a local snack vendor from Dadar.
Ashok Vaidya's Establishment
Ashok Vaidya came up with it for Mumbai mill workers to enjoy cheap and satisfying snacks that he initially sold for just a few paise.
Key Ingredients
Among the primary constituents of this dish are gram flour-coated spicy potato fritters (vada), deep-fried and served in a pav or soft bread roll.
A Street Food Icon
Vada Pav was favoured by many Mumbaikars because it was not only tasty but also affordable and became an iconic food on the streets of Mumbai.
Spreading Out
It gained popularity throughout India, thus becoming a common street food in different cities across the country.
Culture Symbolism
In this respect, vada pav epitomises Mumbai’s lively street food culture, which corresponds with its high-speed lifestyle as well as enterprise spirit.
The Modern Twist
Although there are many variations to choose from today, one can still identify it by its classical recipe plus other stuffings, sauces or toppings to please every individual taste requirement.
International Acceptance
Lately, Vada Pav has gone global as chefs worldwide adopt it into their restaurants, thereby giving it international status.