Gobi Manchooriyan Noodles
Ingredients:
1 small head cauliflower, cut into medium-sized florets
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper powder
Water, to form a batter
Oil, for frying
1 1/2 tablespoons oil (for sauce)
1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped
1/2 tablespoon ginger, finely chopped
1 green chili, chopped (optional)
1/3 cup onions or spring onions/scallions, finely chopped – green & white separated
1/4 cup bell pepper (capsicum), chopped fine (optional)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sriracha or any hot sauce (adjust to taste)
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon white pepper powder
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons spring onion greens, chopped for garnish
8 ounces ramen noodles
Preparation:
Prepare the Cauliflower:
Cut the cauliflower into medium-sized florets. Add the florets to slightly hot water (not boiling) and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Drain the water and rinse with cold water. Drain them in a colander.
Make the Batter:
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, red chili powder (optional), black pepper, and salt.Add water little by little, mixing until you form a smooth, free-flowing batter. The consistency should be medium, not too thick or runny.
Add the cauliflower florets to the batter in batches, coating them well.
Fry the Cauliflower:
Heat oil in a kadai or deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, gently drop the batter-coated cauliflower florets into the oil.Fry until the florets turn golden and crisp. This may take 6-7 minutes.Remove the fried cauliflower and drain on paper towels.
Prepare the Sauce:
In a skillet or wok, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of oil on high heat.Add chopped garlic, ginger, green chili (if using), and onions. Sauté for about a minute.Add bell peppers (if using) and sauté for another minute.Add soy sauce, tomato ketchup, rice vinegar, sriracha (or hot sauce), sugar, and white pepper powder. Mix well.Taste and add salt if needed.
Combine:
If making Gobi Manchurian Noodles, cook the ramen noodles according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and set aside.
Add the cooked noodles to the sauce and toss to coat.Gently mix in the fried cauliflower.Garnish with chopped spring onion greens and serve immediately.
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