The dry style Gobi Manchurian (Tofu Manchurian) instead of in a sticky and gooey sauce. Personally, to tell you the truth, I don't like the sauce. Sauce which will absorb into batter fried gobi/cauli (Shahi Gobi, Cauliflower Curry & Aloo Gobi) and for making them soggy even before you tuck in. I in fact actually prefer Gobi Manchurian for their crunchy crispiness and when eaten hot-hot once out of the frying pan, oh-my-mamma-mia (Cauliflower Pakora & Cauliflower Fritters). Furthermore, I must mention that we sort of to a certain extent have a sincere love towards gobi/cauliflower which these days are really affordable. How do we make Gobi Manchurian? My style Gobi Manchurian? Almost like making Gobi 65, but this is the kid friendly non spicy, maybe optimal level of spiciness and curry leaves and cumin seeds scented Gobi Manchurian (Bengali Begun Bhaja).
Ingredients
1/4 cauliflower - cut into florets
For batter
2 tbsp corn flour
2 tbsp yogurt
A pinch of baking soda
1 tsp chilli flakes (optional)
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp ginger paste
1/2 tsp garlic paste
3 sprigs curry leaves - slice thinly/shredded
Salt for taste
Oil for frying
Method
Steam or parboil cauli till soft and tender.
Keep aside.
Mix together all the other ingredients (except oil), pour water bit by bit and whisk/stir for a right consistency batter.
Dip cauli inside and deep fry.
For batter
2 tbsp corn flour
2 tbsp yogurt
A pinch of baking soda
1 tsp chilli flakes (optional)
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp ginger paste
1/2 tsp garlic paste
3 sprigs curry leaves - slice thinly/shredded
Salt for taste
Oil for frying
Method
Steam or parboil cauli till soft and tender.
Keep aside.
Mix together all the other ingredients (except oil), pour water bit by bit and whisk/stir for a right consistency batter.
Dip cauli inside and deep fry.
this is a perfect evening snacks with a cup of tea
ReplyDeleteHaha I wish vegetarianism made me lose weight! It may not have suited your body maybe?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful gobi, a favourite vege of mine!
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perfect finger food dish, love it to the core.
ReplyDeleteyum! I love all the spices in this - specially the curry leaves - they are so so aromatic!
ReplyDeleteGreat dish, one of my favourites!
ReplyDeletelooks tempting.. would love to try your version..
ReplyDeleteWe usually use besan for the batter but I'd love to try out your recipe. Looks delicious! Cauliflowers will soon be in season...can't wait!
ReplyDeletepass me that I love it
ReplyDeleteCrispy snack with Gobi
ReplyDeleteHi Nava, this Gobi 65 sounds great and looks yummy. But.... why 65? Am scratching my head. Any idea? Anyway, thanks for sharing and have a wonderful week. Cheers :)
ReplyDeleteCan't imagine myself being a vegetarian too altho I enjoy eating veggies a lot.
ReplyDeleteVery inviting nava
ReplyDeleteHi first time here...nice and variety filled blog!! ....bak to your post-wish veges wud help me to lose weight atleast and then i wont mind being vegetarian at all...but alaas!! and tempting recipe indeed without any addition of any red color as served in restaurants usually...
ReplyDeleteis it really that easy..it looks delicious.. I am going to make this for my mom..for once she will be happy if i do something like this for her :D
ReplyDeleteLooks very inviting dear.. Feel like having it right now.. Giving up on meat is so difficult I know how it feels...
ReplyDeletei make veg 65 in a different way, will try your recipe
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I was searing for new recipies with cauliflower glad I found this.
ReplyDeletewow ..this looks really crispy..inviting colors
ReplyDeletemmm...yummy.....love it.
ReplyDeletehave got gobi in fridge, gonna try it today :D
ReplyDeletewow nice work dear nava
ReplyDeleteMy brother would love this... so good...
ReplyDeleteits a great snack for anytime....
ReplyDeleteIn my case,I am not a complete vegetarian.But I still love vegetarian meals and most of the days are vegetarian... :)
Looks tempting , spicy & delicious snacks .
ReplyDeleteM avoiding deep fried food right now bt will share this recipe with my friends :)
ReplyDeleteLooks so good,yummy one.
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