i had to jump off the school compound to go buy some veg manchurian on sunday, bcs we were not allowed to go out.
Sunday Escape Veg Manchurian
Prep: 20 min, Cook: 15 min, Total: 35 min
Serves 4
Medium
Nov 22, 2025
1 cup cabbage, finely chopped
1 cup carrots, finely grated
1/2 cup cauliflower, finely chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, and scallions)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch (for sauce)
2 tablespoons water
Chopped scallions, for garnish
1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped cabbage, carrots, and cauliflower.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
3. Add the dry mixture to the vegetable mixture and stir until the vegetables are well-coated.
4. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat and add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the coated vegetables to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly browned and crispy (about 5-7 minutes).
6. In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat and add the mixed vegetables. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
7. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Add 2 tablespoons of water and stir until the cornstarch is dissolved.
8. Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked mixed vegetables and stir until the sauce thickens (about 2 minutes).
9. To assemble the dish, place the crispy vegetable mixture on a serving plate and spoon the sauce mixture over the top.
10. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve immediately.
- For an extra crispy coating, chill the vegetable mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before frying. - To make the dish more substantial, serve with steamed rice or noodles. - Just like I had to jump off the school compound to get my favorite veg manchurian, you might find yourself jumping for joy when you take a bite of this delicious dish - so be sure to savor every moment (and every bite)! Great for secret kitchen adventures or when you're craving something special, just like a Sunday escape from school.