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Ingredients
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Vegetable Preparation
Manchurian Sauce
Method
Cauliflower Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cauliflower
Wash the cauliflower thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets.
- 2
Season the Cauliflower
In a mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Cauliflower
In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Gradually add water to the dry mix to form a thick batter. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter to coat evenly.
- 4
Fry the Cauliflower
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Carefully add the battered cauliflower florets in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Manchurian Sauce Preparation
- 5
- 6
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add this slurry to the simmering sauce and stir well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 7
Add Green Onions
Stir in chopped green onions and sesame oil into the sauce. Remove the saucepan from heat.
Final Assembly
- 8
Combine Cauliflower and Sauce
Place the fried cauliflower in a large bowl and pour the Manchurian sauce over it. Toss gently to coat the cauliflower in the sauce.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately while hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.