Veg Manchurian (Ready Within 5 Mins)

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Abhishek Boke (@kautumbikkitchen)

Veg Manchurian is a tasty Indo-Chinese dish of fried veggie balls in a spicy, sweet, and tangy sauce. There are two popular variations of making Veg Manchurian: Veg Manchurian Gravy and Veg Manchurian Dry. This quick recipe uses Chings Veg Manchurian Masala Mix to create a flavorful dish in no...

Veg Manchurian (Ready Within 5 Mins) recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
25min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion)

For Veggie Balls

  • Fine Chopped Cabbage
    Fine Chopped Cabbage
    1cup
  • Fine Chopped Carrots
    Fine Chopped Carrots
    1cup
  • Ginger
    Ginger
    1tbsp
  • Green Chilly
    Green Chilly
    1tbsp
  • Gram Flour
    Gram Flour
    1cup
  • Salt
    Salt
    1tsp

For Sauce

  • Water
    Water
    300mL
  • packet Chings Veg Manchurian Masala Mix
    packet Chings Veg Manchurian Masala Mix
    1
  • Diced Onion
    Diced Onion
    1cup
  • Diced Carrot
    Diced Carrot
    1cup
  • Diced Capsicum
    Diced Capsicum
    1cup

How to make Veg Manchurian (Ready Within 5 Mins)

Prepare Veggie Balls

  1. Step 1

    Combine minced cabbage, carrots, ginger, green chili, gram flour, and salt to form a dough.

  2. Step 2

    Shape the mixture into small balls and deep fry them until golden brown.

Prepare Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Stir fry diced onion, carrot, and capsicum in a pan.

  2. Step 2

    Mix the Chings Veg Manchurian Masala Mix with 300 mL of water and add it to the stir-fried veggies.

  3. Step 3

    Cook the mixture until it thickens slightly.

Combine and Serve

  1. Step 1

    Add the fried veggie balls to the sauce and boil until the mixture thickens further.

  2. Step 2

    Serve hot along with fried rice or steamed rice.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

105.0kcal (5.25%)

Protein

3.9g (7.8%)

Carbs

19.6g (7.12%)

Sugars

4.0g (8.1%)

Healthy Fat

0.8g

Unhealthy Fat

0.2g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the veggie balls are tightly packed to prevent them from breaking during frying.

  2. Adjust the water quantity in the sauce for desired consistency.

  3. For extra flavor, add a dash of soy sauce or vinegar to the sauce.

FAQS

  1. Can I use other vegetables for the veggie balls?

    Yes, you can add finely chopped beans, bell peppers, or even zucchini to the veggie balls.

  2. Can I make this dish gluten-free?

    You can replace gram flour with rice flour or chickpea flour to make it gluten-free.

  3. What can I serve Veg Manchurian with?

    Veg Manchurian pairs well with fried rice, steamed rice, or even noodles.

  4. Can I make Veg Manchurian ahead of time?

    You can prepare the veggie balls and sauce separately ahead of time. Combine and heat them before serving.

  5. How do I make Veg Manchurian less spicy?

    Reduce the quantity of green chili and use a mild masala mix.

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