Shallow Fry the Protein Tikkis

• Heat a little oil in a pan. Pan-fry the protein tikkis until crisp on both sides. Set aside.

Toast the Pav (Optional)

• Butter the inside of each pav and toast until warm and slightly crispy.

Fry the Green Chillies

• Slit green chillies, fry briefly in hot oil till blistered, then sprinkle with salt or chaat masala.

Assemble the Vada Pav

• Spread green chutney on one side of the pav.
  
• Place the hot soya tikki on it.
  
• Add a spoon each of garlic chutney and tamarind chutney.
  
• Close and press lightly.

Finish Strong:

• Serve hot with the fried chillies on the side — perfect for a protein-packed snack with bold desi flavours.