Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

cauliflower

cut into florets

2 unit

bell pepper

chopped

2 unit

tomatoes

chopped

1 unit

onion

chopped

1 bunch

spring onions

chopped, for garnish

5 piece

shallots

finely chopped

8 piece

green chilli

finely chopped

1 bunch

fresh coriander

chopped, for garnish

1 cup

all purpose flour

4 tbsp

cornstarch

1 unit

egg

0.5 tbsp

coriander powder

0.25 tbsp

black pepper

ground

0.5 tbsp

kashmiri chilli

powder

0.33 tbsp

salt

5 tbsp

dark soy sauce

8 piece

garlic

finely chopped

1.5 inch

ginger

finely chopped

0.33 tbsp

garam masala

0.25 tbsp

turmeric powder

2 tbsp

white vinegar

8 piece

bamboo skewers

2 unit

carrots

peeled

Step 1
~3 min

Break the cauliflower into medium-sized florets.

Step 2
~3 min

Boil water, add a little salt, and add the florets. Cook for 3-5 minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain the florets and set aside.

Step 4
~3 min

In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour, cornstarch, egg, coriander powder, black pepper, Kashmiri chili powder, and salt.

Step 5
~3 min

Whisk to make a smooth batter without lumps.

Step 6
~3 min

Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 8
~3 min

Fry the batter-coated florets until golden brown and crispy, flipping occasionally.

Step 9
~3 min

Drain the fried florets on a paper towel.

Step 10
~3 min

In the same pan, heat a little oil and fry chopped garlic, ginger, bell pepper, tomatoes, and onions for about a minute.

Step 11
~3 min

Add dark soy sauce, garam masala, and turmeric powder.

Step 12
~3 min

Add the fried cauliflower florets to the pan, ensuring they are mixed well with the seasoning.

Step 13
~3 min

Add white vinegar.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve hot and garnish with fresh coriander leaves and chopped spring onions.

Step 15
~3 min

For the kebabs, heat a little oil in the pan and sauté chopped bell pepper, tomatoes, and onions for a couple of minutes.

Step 16
~3 min

Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper.

Step 17
~3 min

Assemble the sautéed veggies and peeled carrots onto bamboo skewers.

Step 18
~3 min

Serve kebabs with your favorite sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili to your preferred spice level.

For extra crispy florets, double-fry them.

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying the florets to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The batter can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of steamed rice or noodles.

Enjoy as an appetizer or main course.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Schezwan Fried Rice
Hakka Noodles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India (Indo-Chinese)

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and restaurant dish in India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Festivals

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Dinner
Snack Time

Popularity Score

70/100

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