Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
3 unit

Potatoes

Peeled and soaked

2 unit

Onions

Finely Chopped

1 tsp

Ginger paste

2 tsp

Garlic paste

2 tsp

Soya sauce

2 tsp

Vinegar

1 tsp

Red chili powder

0.5 tsp

Chili sauce

2 tbsp

Tomato sauce

1 tbsp

Honey

3 tbsp

Cornflour

0.5 tsp

Red chili pepper flakes

1 cup

Oil

For frying

1 ml

Water

As required

1 pinch

Salt

1 tsp

Sesame seeds

For Garnishing

2 unit

Green onion

For Garnishing

Step 1
~2 min

Cut the potatoes into finger-shaped wedges.

Step 2
~2 min

Prepare a smooth batter of cornflour, salt, and water in a bowl.

Step 3
~2 min

Let the batter sit for a few minutes.

Step 4
~2 min

Heat oil in a pan for deep frying.

Key Technique: Deep frying
Step 5
~2 min

Dip the potato wedges in the batter.

Step 6
~2 min

Fry the potatoes until golden brown.

Step 7
~2 min

Drain the fried potatoes on absorbent paper.

Step 8
~2 min

In the same pan, add 2-3 tablespoons of oil.

Step 9
~2 min

Add finely chopped onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste.

Step 10
~2 min

Sauté until the onions soften.

Step 11
~2 min

Add soya sauce, vinegar, red chili powder, chili sauce, tomato sauce, and honey.

Step 12
~2 min

Mix well and cook for a minute to reduce the sauce.

Step 13
~2 min

Add the fried potatoes to the sauce.

Step 14
~2 min

Cook over low heat until the potatoes are coated.

Step 15
~2 min

Remove from heat.

Step 16
~2 min

Sprinkle with red chili flakes and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onion.

Step 17
~2 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soaking the potatoes before frying helps to remove excess starch and makes them crispier.

Adjust the amount of chili powder and chili sauce according to your spice preference.

For a healthier option, bake the potatoes instead of frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Potatoes can be cut and soaked in advance. Sauce can be prepared a few hours ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or snack.

Pairs well with other Indo-Chinese dishes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Manchurian
Fried rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

A popular adaptation of Chinese cuisine in India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Festivals

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack time
Game day

Popularity Score

70/100

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