Easy Manchurian Recipe (Veg & Chicken Options)

 

🥢 Easy Manchurian Recipe (Veg & Chicken Options) 

 Indo-Chinese Delight!

Craving that perfect Manchurian recipe you get at your favorite restaurant? Now you can recreate the same bold Indo-Chinese flavors at home! Whether you're a fan of veg Manchurian or love chicken Manchurian, this recipe has both variations covered.

This delicious Manchurian is crispy, saucy, and packed with flavor — perfect as a snack, side dish, or main course.


⭐ Why You'll Love This Manchurian Recipe

  • ✅ Authentic Indo-Chinese taste

  • ✅ Easy to make at home

  • ✅ Great for parties and weeknight dinners

  • ✅ Customizable: make it vegetarian or with chicken



🛒 Ingredients

For the Manchurian Balls (Choose One):

Veg Manchurian:

  • 1 cup cabbage (finely shredded)

  • 1/2 cup carrot (grated)

  • 1/4 cup capsicum (finely chopped)

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (maida)

  • 2 tbsp cornflour

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Chicken Manchurian:

  • 250g minced chicken

  • 2 tbsp cornflour

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

  • Salt & pepper to taste


For the Sauce:

  • 1 tbsp oil

  • 1 tbsp garlic (finely chopped)

  • 1 tbsp ginger (finely chopped)

  • 2 green chilies (sliced)

  • 1 small onion (cubed)

  • 1 small capsicum (cubed)

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp red chili sauce

  • 1 tbsp tomato ketchup

  • 1 tsp vinegar

  • 1/2 tsp sugar

  • 1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 3 tbsp water (for thickening)

  • Salt to taste

  • Spring onions for garnish


🍳 How to Make Manchurian (Step-by-Step)

1. Make the Manchurian Balls:

  • Mix all ball ingredients (veg or chicken) in a bowl to form a dough.

  • Shape into small balls.

  • Deep fry or air fry until golden brown. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Sauce:

  • Heat oil in a pan. Sauté garlic, ginger, and green chilies for 1 minute.

  • Add onions and capsicum. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.

  • Add soy sauce, chili sauce, ketchup, vinegar, and sugar. Mix well.

  • Add cornflour slurry and stir until the sauce thickens.

3. Combine and Serve:

  • Add fried Manchurian balls to the sauce. Toss gently to coat.

  • Garnish with spring onions. Serve hot!


🍚 Serving Suggestions

  • Serve dry Manchurian as an appetizer or starter.

  • Serve gravy Manchurian with fried rice, noodles, or steamed rice.

  • Add extra chili sauce for a spicy kick!


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💡 Tips for the Best Manchurian

  • Squeeze out excess water from veggies to help bind the dough.

  • Don’t overcook the sauce — just enough to coat the balls.

  • Use high heat for stir-frying to keep the veggies crisp.

  • Add MSG (optional) for an extra umami punch.


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