Cheesy Masala Pav Sliders

Heat butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, and let them splutter.

Add the chopped onions and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.

Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and release their juices.

Stir in the chopped capsicum and cook for a few minutes until they are slightly tender.

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, pav bhaji masala, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Once the masala is cooked and well combined, turn off the heat. Stir in the chopped coriander leaves and grated cheese. Mix until the cheese melts into the masala.

Slice the pav buns or slider buns in half.

Heat some butter in a pan and toast the buns on both sides until golden and slightly crispy.

Place the bottom half of each bun on a plate or tray.

Spread a generous amount of the masala filling on each bun.

Top with some grated cheese.

Place the top half of the bun over the cheese.

Preheat a non-stick pan or tawa over low heat. Place the assembled sliders on the pan, cover it with a lid, and cook on low heat until the cheese melts.

Alternatively, you can place the sliders in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese melts.

Garnish the sliders with more chopped coriander leaves.

Serve hot with ketchup or green chutney on the side.