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Jain Veg Manchurian

Cultural Context

Jain Veg Manchurian is a popular dish in Indian cuisine, particularly among Jain communities who avoid certain root vegetables and animal products. This dish reflects the fusion of Indian and Chinese culinary traditions, offering a vegetarian alternative to traditional Manchurian. Today, it is enjoyed across India and has gained popularity in various international settings, showcasing the adaptability of Indian flavors.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 medium cauliflower, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 medium capsicum, chopped
1 cup green beans, chopped
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1-2 green chili, chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
2 spring onions, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup oil for frying

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot powder is a gluten-free thickener.

ginger

🥗Healthier: ginger paste

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is shelf-stable and convenient.

1

Chop cauliflower, carrot, capsicum, and green beans into small pieces.

2

In a bowl, combine chopped vegetables with all-purpose flour and cornstarch.

3

Add ginger, garlic, green chili, salt, and black pepper to the mixture and mix well.

4

Form small balls from the mixture and set aside.

5

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until hot.

6

Fry the vegetable balls in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.

7

Remove the fried balls and drain on paper towels.

8

In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium heat.

9

Add ginger, garlic, and green chili; sauté until fragrant.

10

Add soy sauce, vinegar, and tomato ketchup; stir to combine.

11

Add the fried vegetable balls to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

12

Garnish with chopped spring onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Veg ManchurianJain Manchurian

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