How to Make Gobi Manchurian - A Step-by-Step Guide

Gobi Manchurian is a popular Indo-Chinese dish that has its roots in the Indian subcontinent. This delicious dish consists of crispy cauliflower florets that are coated in a tangy and flavorful sauce, making it a favorite among vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. The dish is typically served as an appetizer or as a main course in Indian restaurants.

The origins of Gobi Manchurian can be traced back to the Chinese community in Kolkata, India, where it was created to cater to the loc...

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Ingredients

  • oil for deep frying
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons cornmeal
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 15 cauliflower florets
  • ¾ cup vegetable stock, divided
  • 1 tablespoon cornmeal
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®)
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 green chile pepper, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
  • 1 green onion, chopped, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Mix flour, cornmeal, water, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl to make a thick batter. Toss in cauliflower florets and mix until coated.
  • Deep fry cauliflower a few florets at a time until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Mix 1/4 cup vegetable stock with cornmeal in a bowl. Add soy sauce, ketchup, chile-garlic sauce, and salt.
  • Heat oil in a wok or frying pan over high heat. Add onions, chile pepper, garlic, and ginger and stir fry for a few seconds. Add cornmeal mixture and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add remaining vegetable stock and cook until very thick, about 10 minutes. Remove sauce from heat.
  • Spoon sauce over fried cauliflower and toss slightly. Garnish with green onions and serve.
  • Nutrition

    382 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 2011mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 108mg
    • Calcium: 68mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 582mg