Healthy and Delicious: A No-Fry Veg Manchurian Recipe for Your Chinese Cravings
Introduction:
If you're a fan of Chinese food but want to avoid the unhealthy fried options, you're in luck. We have a delicious and easy-to-make recipe for No-Fry Veg Manchurian that will satisfy your Chinese cravings without compromising on taste or health.
Ingredients:
For the Veg Manchurian balls:
- 1 cup grated cabbage
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped capsicum
- 1/4 cup chopped spring onions
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 2 tablespoons water
- Oil for shallow frying
For the sauce:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
- 1/4 cup chopped spring onions
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
- 1 tablespoon red chilli sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
In a bowl, mix together grated cabbage, grated carrot, chopped capsicum, chopped spring onions, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, ginger-garlic paste, salt, black pepper powder and water to form a thick batter.
Shape the batter into small balls and set aside.
Heat a little oil in a pan for shallow frying. Once the oil is hot, add the veg Manchurian balls and fry till they turn golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add a tablespoon of oil and heat it up. Add chopped garlic and ginger and sauté till they turn golden brown.
Add chopped spring onions and sauté for a minute.
Mix together soy sauce, tomato ketchup, red chilli sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper powder, cornstarch and water to form a smooth sauce.
Pour the sauce into the pan and bring it to a boil.
Add the fried veg Manchurian balls into the sauce and toss to coat them evenly.
Let it cook for 2-3 minutes till the sauce thickens and the Manchurian balls are coated with it.
Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.
Conclusion:
With this easy No-Fry Veg Manchurian recipe, you can indulge in your love for Chinese food without worrying about the unhealthy fried options. This recipe is not only healthy but also delicious and easy to make. Give it a try and satisfy your Chinese cravings today!
