Delight in our savory and aromatic blend of vegetable dumplings, fried to perfection and tossed in a flavorful Manchurian sauce for a taste that's both comforting and delicious.
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For Vegetable Balls:
250 grams finely chopped mixed vegetables (cabbage, carrots, beans)
70 grams all-purpose flour
70 grams cornflour
15 grams soy sauce
15 grams ginger garlic paste
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for deep frying
For Manchurian Sauce:
15 ml refined oil
15 grams finely chopped garlic
15 grams finely chopped ginger
130 grams finely chopped onions
70 grams finely chopped bell peppers (capsicum)
30 gramss soy sauce
15 grams chili sauce (adjust to taste)
15 grams tomato ketchup
5 grams sugar
250 grams vegetable broth or water
15 grams cornflour mixed with 30 gramss water (for slurry)
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped spring onions for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare Vegetable Balls:**
In a mixing bowl, combine finely chopped vegetables, all-purpose flour, cornflour, soy sauce, ginger garlic paste, salt, and pepper.
Mix well to form a dough. If the mixture is too dry, add a little water.
Shape the mixture into small balls.
Heat oil in a deep pan for frying. Fry the vegetable balls until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
2. **Prepare Manchurian Sauce:**
In a wok or pan, heat 15 grams of oil.
Add finely chopped garlic and ginger. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
Add finely chopped onions and bell peppers. Cook until they are slightly tender.
Add soy sauce, chili sauce, tomato ketchup, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Pour in vegetable broth or water. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer.
3. **Thicken the Sauce:**
In a small bowl, make a slurry by mixing cornflour with water.
Add the cornflour slurry to the simmering sauce. Stir continuously to avoid lumps.
Cook until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
4. **Combine Vegetable Balls and Sauce:**
Add the fried vegetable balls to the sauce. Gently toss until the balls are coated with the sauce.
5. **Garnish and Serve:**
Garnish with chopped spring onions.
Serve hot as an appetizer or with steamed rice or noodles.
Enjoy your Vegetable Manchurian! Adjust the spice levels and sauces according to your taste preferences.
