Cauliflower manchurian - juicy and spicy indo-chinese dish

 Introduction:

Gobi maanchurian is a very popular and delicious indo chinese dish that is loved everywhere. This dish is made by tossing crispy fried cauliflower florets in a spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet sauce. Its taste is so amazing that goes perfectly with fried rice, noodles, or even just as a snack on its own. The gobi manchurian you find in restaurants is not at all difficult to make at home all you need are a few simple steps and basic ingredients. Whether you prepare it for lunch, dinner, or as an evening snack, this recipe will surely be loved by everyone. Its taste and presentation are both so attractive the they make any meal or gathering feel special.

Ingredients:

For frying the cauliflower 

• Cauliflower 1 medium size (cut into floretsandwashed)

• All purpose flour (maida) 1/2 cup 

• Cornflour 1/4 cup 

• Salt to taste 

• Black paper powder 1/4 teaspoon 

• Ginger garlic paste 1 teaspoon 

• Red chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon 

• Water as needed 

• Oil for deep frying 

• Onion 1 medium (chopped)

• Capsicum (bell paper) 1 (chopped)

• Spring onion 2 tablespoons (chopped)

• Ginger garlic paste 1 teaspoon 

• Soy sauce 2 tablespoons 

• Tomato ketchup 2 tablespoons 

• Red chilli sauce 1 tablespoons 

• Salt to taste 

• Black paper 1/4 teaspoon 

• Cornflour 1 teaspoon (mixed with a little water to make a slurry)

• Oil 1,2 tablespoons 

For the manchurian sauce 

Method:

1. blanch the cauliflower:

• Heat water in pen and add a little salt. 

• Boil the cornflower florets for 2,3 minutes until they are slightly soft.

• Drain and rinse with cold water. keep a side.

2. make the batter and fry:

In a bowl, add all purpose flour, cornflour, salt, black paper powder, red chilli powder, and ginger garlic paste. gradually add water to make a thick better. Dip the cauliflower florets in the batter and coat them well. Heat oil on medium flame and fry the cauliflower until golden brown and crispy. Remove the fried cauliflower onto tissue paper to absorb extra oil. 

3. Make the sauce:

• Heat 1,2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. 

• Add ginger garlic paste and saute lightly. 

• Add chopped onion and capsicum sauce for 2,3 minutes. 

• Add soy sauce, tomato ketchup, and red chilli sauce. Mix well. 

• Pour a little water to create a light gravy. 

• Add the  cornflour slurry and cook until the sauce thickens slightly. 

• Adjust salt and black pepper to taste.

4. toss the cauliflower: 

• Add the fried cauliflower pieces into the sauce and coat them well. 

• Toss for 1,2 minutes so the flavours absorb. 

• Garnish with chopped spring onions. 

Tips:

1. Dry the cauliflower well before frying so the batter sticks properly and becomes crispy when you fry it. 

2. Keep the batter a little thick, if it's too runny the coating will fall off quickly. 

3. Always fry in hot oil so the cauliflower turns crispy. 

4. Toss the cauliflower in the sauce for only 1,2 minutes, otherwise it will become soft. 

Conclusion:

Gobi manchurian is an indo chinese dish that is loved by people of all age groups. The combination of crispy fried cauliflower florets with a spicy and tangy sauce is so flavorful that once you taste it, you will want to make it again and again. The biggest specialty of this dish is that you can customize it according to your choice make it in a dry style to enjoy as an evening snack.
Making restaurant style gobi manchurian at home is not difficult at all, you only need a little preparation and some simple ingredients. Using fresh cauliflower and frying it until crispy enhances its taste even more. When the tangy and spicy flavors of the sauce mix the crispy florets, it creates an irresistible aroma and taste that makes every gathering or family meal feel special. 
You can serve it as a party starter, with lunch, or even for dinner. Once you try this recipe, it will surely become a permanent part of your regular menu.

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