If you’re looking for a dish that pleases everyone, from kids to adults, this crispy and flavorful Veg Manchurian recipe is a must-try. Crispy on the outside and soft inside, these Manchurian balls give an authentic street-food experience. This recipe is simple and uses easily available vegetables. Let’s learn how to make restaurant-style Veg Manchurian at home!

Ingredients for Veg Manchurian

For Manchurian Balls:

  • 1 cup finely chopped cabbage

  • ½ cup grated carrot

  • ¼ cup finely chopped capsicum

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (maida)

  • 2 tbsp cornflour

  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

  • ½ tsp black pepper powder

  • Salt (to taste)

  • Oil (for frying)

For Manchurian Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp oil

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic

  • 1 tsp finely chopped ginger

  • 2 finely chopped green chilies (optional)

  • ½ cup finely chopped onion

  • ½ cup finely chopped capsicum

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp tomato ketchup

  • 1 tsp green chili sauce (optional)

  • ½ tsp vinegar

  • ½ tsp sugar (optional)

  • 1 tsp cornflour (mixed in ½ cup water)

  • Salt (to taste)

  • Spring onions (for garnish)

Step-by-Step Recipe Instructions

1. Making Manchurian Balls

  1. In a bowl, mix cabbage, carrot, and capsicum.

  2. Add maida, cornflour, ginger-garlic paste, black pepper, and salt.

  3. Mix well, adding water gradually to form a thick mixture.

  4. Heat oil in a pan.

  5. Shape small balls and deep-fry until golden brown.

  6. Drain and set aside.

2. Preparing Manchurian Sauce

  1. Heat oil in a pan.

  2. Sauté garlic, ginger, and green chilies.

  3. Add onions and cook until translucent.

  4. Add capsicum and stir-fry for 2 minutes.

  5. Mix in soy sauce, ketchup, chili sauce, vinegar, and sugar.

  6. Adjust salt as needed.

  7. Add cornflour slurry to thicken the sauce.

  8. Toss fried balls in the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes.

3. Serving Suggestion

Garnish with spring onions and serve hot with fried rice or noodles!