Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

Cabbage

grated

1 cup

Carrots

grated

0.5 cup

Green Beans

shredded

1 tsp

Salt

2 tbsp

Cornstarch

3 tbsp

All-Purpose Flour

0.5 tsp

Ginger

grated

1 unit

Vegetable Oil

for frying

2.5 tbsp

Soy Sauce

2 tbsp

Ketchup

1 tbsp

Sriracha

2 tbsp

Cornstarch

1 tbsp

Sesame Oil

2 unit

Garlic

diced

0.5 cup

Scallions

diced

0.5 tbsp

White Vinegar

0.25 tsp

Black Pepper

ground

Step 1
~3 min

Combine grated cabbage, carrots, and shredded green beans in a large bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Add salt to the vegetables and mix thoroughly. Let it sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.

Step 3
~3 min

Squeeze out excess liquid from the vegetable mixture and discard the liquid.

Step 4
~3 min

Incorporate cornstarch, all-purpose flour, and grated ginger into the vegetable mixture; mix well.

Step 5
~3 min

Shape the mixture into Key lime-sized balls (approximately 13-15 balls).

Step 6
~3 min

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or pot to medium heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Deep-fry the Manchurian balls until they turn dark brown, ensuring the inside is cooked through.

Step 8
~3 min

Remove the fried balls and set aside to cool.

Step 9
~3 min

In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, ketchup, and Sriracha for the sauce.

Step 10
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water to create a slurry.

Step 11
~3 min

Heat sesame oil in a pan.

Step 12
~3 min

Add diced garlic and scallions to the pan and sauté for 5-10 minutes until fragrant.

Step 13
~3 min

Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.

Step 14
~3 min

Add the soy sauce, ketchup, and Sriracha mixture to the boiling water.

Step 15
~3 min

Allow the sauce to come to a rolling boil.

Step 16
~3 min

Introduce the vinegar (if using), cornstarch slurry, and ground black pepper to the sauce.

Step 17
~3 min

Cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Turn off the heat.

Step 18
~3 min

Gently add the fried Manchurian balls to the sauce.

Step 19
~3 min

Let the balls sit in the sauce for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 20
~3 min

Serve the Vegetable Manchurian warm with white rice or brown rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of Sriracha to control the spiciness.

Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature for deep frying to prevent soggy balls.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Manchurian balls can be made ahead and refrigerated.

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 steamed rice.

Garnish with chopped scallions or cilantro.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vegetable Fried Rice
Spring Rolls

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

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Party Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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