Manchurian Fried Rice

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Gayatri (@rene121)

Manchurian fried rice is a flavorful Indo-Chinese dish that combines the bold, spicy flavors of Manchurian sauce with the savory comfort of stir-fried rice. Typically made with cooked basmati or long-grain rice, it includes sautéed vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and cabbage, along with soy sauce, garlic, and chili for a tangy kick. The rice is often paired with or topped by crispy Manchurian balls—deep-fried vegetable or meat dumplings coated in a spicy, slightly sweet...

Manchurian Fried Rice recipe

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Prep Time
25min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
55min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)

For Manchurian

  • Cabbage
    Cabbage
    250g
  • Chopped carrot
    Chopped carrot
    1
  • Beans
    Beans
    5
  • Capsicum
    Capsicum
    1/4cup
  • Ginger garlic paste
    Ginger garlic paste
    1tbsp
  • Green chilli
    Green chilli
    2
  • Pepper powder
    Pepper powder
    1/2tsp
  • Soya sauce
    Soya sauce
    1tsp
  • Chilli sauce
    Chilli sauce
    1tsp
  • Butter
    Butter
    1tbsp
  • Spring onion
    Spring onion
    2
  • Coriander leaves
    Coriander leaves
    2tbsp
  • Sugar
    Sugar
    1/2tsp
  • Salt
    Salt
  • Refined flour
    Refined flour
    2tbsp
  • Corn flour
    Corn flour
    4tbsp
  • Oil for frying
    Oil for frying

For Manchurian Fried Rice

  • Basmati rice
    Basmati rice
    1cup
  • Chopped ginger and garlic
    Chopped ginger and garlic
    1tbsp
  • Green chilli
    Green chilli
    1
  • Chopped cabbage
    Chopped cabbage
    1/4cup
  • Chopped carrot
    Chopped carrot
    2tbsp
  • Beans
    Beans
    1
  • Chopped capsicum
    Chopped capsicum
    2tbsp
  • Spring onion
    Spring onion
    1
  • Light soya sauce
    Light soya sauce
    1tsp
  • Dark soya sauce
    Dark soya sauce
    2tsp
  • Sugar
    Sugar
    1/2tsp
  • Vinegar
    Vinegar
    1/2tsp
  • Pepper powder
    Pepper powder
    1/4tsp
  • Spring onion white
    Spring onion white
    2tbsp
  • Coriander leaves
    Coriander leaves
    2tbsp
  • Corn flour
    Corn flour
    1tbsp
  • Water
    Water
    2tbsp
  • Oil
    Oil
    2tbsp
  • Salt
    Salt

How to make Manchurian Fried Rice

For Cooking Rice

  1. Step 1

    Wash and soak the rice for 15 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Drain the water completely.

  3. Step 3

    Transfer the soaked and drained rice to a pressure cooker, add 1 1/2 cups of water, salt, and a little oil.

  4. Step 4

    Cook until it vigorously boils on high flame.

  5. Step 5

    Close the lid without the whistle and cook on high flame for 3 minutes, then reduce to very low flame and cook for 12 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Turn off the flame and let it cool down completely.

  7. Step 7

    Open the lid and transfer the rice to a bowl. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours.

    Step 1.1: Open the lid and transfer the rice to a bowl

For Making Manchurian Balls

  1. Step 1

    Add chopped or grated cabbage, carrot, beans, capsicum, spring onion, coriander leaves, crushed green chilli, ginger garlic paste, soya sauce, chilli sauce, butter, pepper powder, sugar, and salt to a bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Mix and combine well.

    Step 2.1: Mix and combine well
  3. Step 3

    Add refined flour and corn flour. If the mixture has too much moisture, add a little more flour.

  4. Step 4

    Heat oil for frying and make small balls out of the vegetable mixture.

  5. Step 5

    When the oil becomes hot, add the balls and fry until golden brown on medium flame. Set aside.

    Step 2.1: When the oil becomes hot, add the balls and fry until golden brown on medium flame

For Making Fried Rice

  1. Step 1

    Heat a kadhai or wok and add oil. When it becomes hot, add chopped ginger, garlic, and green chilli.

  2. Step 2

    Sauté until the raw taste is gone.

  3. Step 3

    Add the chopped veggies and sauté for 2-3 minutes on medium to high flame.

  4. Step 4

    Add light soya sauce and dark soya sauce on the sides of the wok and mix.

  5. Step 5

    Add pepper powder, sugar, vinegar, and salt, and mix.

  6. Step 6

    Add chopped spring onion white and coriander leaves.

  7. Step 7

    Make corn flour slurry by mixing 1 tbsp corn flour and 2 tbsp water. Add this slurry and stir continuously for 1 minute.

  8. Step 8

    Add the Manchurian balls and mix.

    Step 3.1: Add the Manchurian balls and mix
  9. Step 9

    Add cooked rice along with chopped spring onion greens. Stir and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

  10. Step 10

    Turn off the flame. Tasty Manchurian fried rice is ready.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

281.4kcal (14.07%)

Protein

7.7g (15.4%)

Carbs

38.1g (13.85%)

Sugars

2.6g (5.26%)

Healthy Fat

6.0g

Unhealthy Fat

4.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Refrigerating the cooked rice helps to prevent it from becoming mushy during stir-frying.

  2. Fry the Manchurian balls on medium flame to ensure they cook evenly and achieve a golden-brown color.

  3. Adjust the spice level by varying the quantity of green chilli and chilli sauce.

  4. Use a wok or kadhai for stir-frying to achieve the best texture and flavor.

FAQS

  1. Can I use other types of rice?

    Yes, you can use long-grain rice or jasmine rice as alternatives to basmati rice.

  2. How do I prevent the rice from sticking?

    Ensure the rice is cooled and refrigerated before stir-frying. Adding a little oil while cooking the rice also helps.

  3. Can I make this dish vegan?

    Yes, replace butter with a plant-based alternative and ensure all sauces used are vegan-friendly.

  4. Can I add protein to this dish?

    You can add tofu, paneer, or chicken for additional protein.

  5. How do I store leftovers?

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a wok or microwave before serving.

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Gayatri

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