Gobi Manchurian

Discover the mouth-watering flavours of Gobi Manchurian, an iconic Indo-Chinese appetiser with crispy cauliflower florets soaked in a delightful sauce. This step-by-step recipe will walk you through the process of making this restaurant style Gobi Manchurian at the comfort of your own home.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon chilli sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
• 1/2 teaspoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
• Salt to taste
• Oil for deep frying
• Chopped spring onions and cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Step 1: Preparing the Cauliflower

• Rinse and gently dry the cauliflower florets with a paper towel.
• Combine the all-purpose flour, corn flour, ginger-garlic paste, red chilli powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
• Add water gradually to create a smooth, thick batter.
• Dip the cauliflower florets into the batter, ensuring that they are equally coated.

Step 2: Frying the Cauliflower

• In a deep pan or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
• Once the oil is hot, carefully put in the battered cauliflower florets, frying them in batches until golden brown and crispy.
• Place the fried cauliflower on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.

Step 3: Making the Manchurian Sauce

• Heat up a tablespoon of oil in a different pan.
• Sauté for a minute after adding the ginger-garlic paste.
• Mix in the soy sauce, chilli sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, and a splash of water. Combine thoroughly.
• Allow the sauce to thicken slightly over low heat.

Step 4: Bringing it Together

• Make sure the fried cauliflower florets are evenly covered by tossing them in the prepared Manchurian sauce.
• For added freshness and flavour, garnish with chopped spring onions and cilantro.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!

• Transfer the Gobi Manchurian to a serving dish.
• Serve hot as a delightful starter or accompaniment to your favourite Indo-Chinese meal.

This homemade Gobi Manchurian is a delightful blend of crispy texture and flavourful sauce, perfect to please your taste buds and impress guests at any gathering.