Cauliflower Manchurian

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Ingredients
  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/2 cup water, plus more if needed
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 4 scallions
  • 1/2 red bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 4 tbsp distilled white vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 6 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 10 cilantro stems
Instructions
  • Prepare the cauliflower. Remove green stalks and cut the cauliflower into 1-inch florets, about 4 cups total.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp ginger powder. Slowly pour in 1/2 cup water. Mixture should be the same consistency as pancake batter. Add more water if necessary.
  • Add cauliflower florets to the batter and mix to thoroughly coat. Air Fry battered cauliflower at 385°F for 12-14 minutes, or until crispy. Set aside.
  • As the cauliflower is frying, prepare the sauce. Mince 4 garlic cloves, 1 inch ginger, 4 scallions, and 1/2 deseeded bell pepper. In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp soy sauce, 4 tbsp distilled white vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 6 tbsp ketchup, and 2 tbsp brown sugar.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium high heat. Add minced garlic, ginger, scallions, and bell pepper. Saute until transluscent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the soy sauce mixture to the saucepan. Boil for 5-7 minutes until the sauce has darkened and thickened.
  • Add air fryed cauliflower to the saucepan along with 10 stems of roughly chopped cilantro. Evenly coat all of the cauliflower florets. Plate, and enjoy!
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