Indulge in the fusion of flavors with my Bombay Sandwich Chopped Bagel recipe – a delightful desi twist on the viral chopped bagel trend that's taking the culinary world by storm. Elevate your breakfast or snack time with this unique combination of traditional Indian spices and classic bagel goodness. Bursting with vibrant colors, aromatic spices, and tantalizing textures, this recipe promises a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. In this recipe, I take the beloved Bombay sandwich, a quintessential street food delight from the bustling streets of Mumbai, and combine it with a humble bagel. This recipe seamlessly blends the tanginess of chaat masala and coriander chutney, the creaminess of mashed potatoes & cream cheese, and the crunch of fresh vegetables between the pillowy layers of a chopped bagel, resulting in a mouthwatering creation that's sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Whether you're a seasoned foodie looking to explore new culinary horizons or someone simply seeking to add a dash of excitement to your meals, my Bombay Sandwich Chopped Bagel recipe is sure to delight you. Join me as I unravel the secrets behind this innovative dish, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you crave a burst of flavor. Let's dive into the kitchen and embark on a flavor-packed journey that celebrates the best of both worlds – East and West.

Happy Cooking!

Servings: 4-5 regular bagel sandwiches or 8-10 small bagel sandwiches

Prep Time: 15-20 mins

Total Time: 15-20 mins

Ingredients: 

• 4-5 regular plain bagels or 8-10 small plain bagels

• 6 oz cream cheese; softened

• 1 medium golden potato boiled and peeled cut into slices

• 1/2-1 red onion cut into thin slices

• 1 medium tomato cut into thin slices

• 1/4 medium cucumber, peeled and cut into thin slices

• 1/3 green bell pepper cut into thin slices

• 3-4 tbsp coriander chutney

• 1.5 tbsp Bombay sandwich masala; check notes

Directions: 

1. Filling: On a chopping board, put the cream cheese, potatoes, bell peppers, onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, coriander chutney, and Bombay sandwich masala.

2. Use a sharp knife and start chopping everything. It will take 2-3 minutes but chop everything together to get a uniform mixture.

3. Once everything is well chopped and it’s all mixed well the filling is ready.

4. Assembly: Slice the bagels in half and toast on both sides.

5. Spread the Bombay sandwich filling between the bagel slices

6. Sandwich the bagel close.

7. Slice and serve! This is delicious cold and hot!

Notes/Tips:

• Ideally, use plain bagels but sesame bagels work as well.

• Bombay sandwich masala- if you don’t have it, mix chaat masala, Kashmiri chili powder, garam masala, and a little amchur.

• Toasting the bagel is important!!

• Make sure everything is finely chopped and mixed well while chopping.