Delicious Mushroom Chilli Manchurian Recipe

Mushroom Chilli Manchurian is a delightful Indo-Chinese dish that combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the spicy, tangy notes of Manchurian sauce. Perfect as a starter or a side dish, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds. Here’s how you can make it at home:

Ingredients:

• For the Manchurian Balls:
• 200 grams button mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
• 2 tablespoons cornflour
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili, finely chopped
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
• Oil for deep frying
• For the Manchurian Sauce:
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 capsicum (green bell pepper), diced
• 2-3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1-inch piece of ginger, finely chopped
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon cornflour mixed with 1/4 cup water (for thickening)
• 2 spring onions, finely chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Manchurian Balls:

• In a bowl, combine finely chopped mushrooms, all-purpose flour, cornflour, ginger-garlic paste, green chili, salt, and black pepper powder.
• Mix well until everything is combined and forms a sticky mixture.
• Shape the mixture into small balls or desired shapes.

1. Fry the Manchurian Balls:

• Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
• Once the oil is hot, carefully add the mushroom balls in batches.
• Fry until they turn golden brown and crisp.
• Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Set aside.

1. Prepare the Manchurian Sauce:

• Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
• Add chopped garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
• Add chopped onions and capsicum. Stir-fry on high heat for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender yet crunchy.

1. Make the Sauce:

• Reduce the heat to medium. Add soy sauce, chili sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, sugar, black pepper powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another minute.
• Pour in the cornflour-water mixture slowly, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
• Cook until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

1. Combine and Serve:

• Add the fried mushroom balls to the prepared Manchurian sauce. Toss gently until all the balls are well coated with the sauce.
• Garnish with chopped spring onions.

1. Serve Hot:

• Mushroom Chilli Manchurian is best enjoyed hot and fresh. Serve it as a starter or as a side dish with fried rice or noodles.

Tips:

• Ensure the mushrooms are finely chopped for a better texture of the Manchurian balls.
• Adjust the spice levels by varying the amount of green chilies and chili sauce according to your taste.
• For a healthier version, you can also pan-fry the mushroom balls instead of deep-frying them.

Enjoy preparing and indulging in this flavorful Mushroom Chilli Manchurian dish!