Veg Manchurian an easy and tasty Chinese recipe from greenbowl2soul.com
Introduction
Manchurian is a popular Chinese dish that has become a favorite in India as well. This dish is made up of deep-fried vegetable or meat balls that are tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. The origin of Manchurian is from Northeast China. The dish was first introduced in India by Chinese immigrants and has since become a staple in Indian cuisine. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to make Manchurian at home.
Ingredients
To make Manchurian, you will need the following ingredients: For the Manchurian Balls: - 2 cups of finely chopped cabbage - 1 cup of grated carrot - 1/2 cup of chopped onion - 1/2 cup of chopped capsicum - 1/4 cup of cornflour - 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour - 1/4 tsp of salt - 1/4 tsp of black pepper - 1 tsp of soy sauce - 1 tsp of ginger-garlic paste - Oil for frying For the Manchurian Sauce: - 2 tbsp of oil - 1 tbsp of finely chopped garlic - 1 tbsp of finely chopped ginger - 1/4 cup of chopped onion - 1/4 cup of chopped capsicum - 1 tbsp of soy sauce - 1 tbsp of tomato ketchup - 1 tsp of red chili sauce - 1/2 tsp of sugar - 1/4 tsp of salt - 1/4 tsp of black pepper - 1 cup of water - 1 tbsp of cornflour - 2 tbsp of chopped spring onion
Instructions
Step 1 – Making the Manchurian Balls
1. In a bowl, mix together the chopped cabbage, grated carrot, chopped onion, and chopped capsicum. 2. Add in the cornflour, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, soy sauce, and ginger-garlic paste. Mix well. 3. Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls. 4. Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the balls until they turn golden brown. Drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Step 2 – Making the Manchurian Sauce
1. Heat oil in a pan and add in the finely chopped garlic and ginger. Saute for a few seconds. 2. Add in the chopped onion and capsicum. Saute until they turn translucent. 3. Add in the soy sauce, tomato ketchup, red chili sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. 4. In a separate bowl, mix cornflour with water and add it to the pan. Stir well. 5. Cook the sauce until it thickens and becomes glossy. 6. Add in the fried Manchurian balls and toss them in the sauce. 7. Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.
Nutrition
The Manchurian recipe is high in calories and fat due to the deep-fried balls and the sauce. However, you can make it healthier by using less oil to fry the balls and using low-sodium soy sauce and tomato ketchup. You can also use vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and beans to make the balls more nutritious. One serving of Manchurian (100g) contains approximately 250 calories, 12g fat, 30g carbohydrates, and 5g protein.
Conclusion
Making Manchurian at home is easy and can be a fun activity to do with friends and family. You can experiment with different vegetables and spices to create your own unique version of this popular dish. So, go ahead and give it a try!
