Air Fryer Gobi Manchurian

Step 1

In a bowl, add the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and red chili powder.

Step 2

Slowly add water and mix it with a whisk until a smooth batter is formed. The batter should flow freely but should not be runny nor too thick.

Step 3

Add the cauliflower florets to the batter and coat them well and evenly with the help of a spoon.

Step 4

Preheat the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 390°F.

Step 5

Spray some oil in the air fryer basket with an oil sprayer.

Step 6

Place the coated cauliflower florets in the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Open the air fryer basket after 5-6 minutes and spray some oil on the cauliflower florets.

Step 8

Continue to cook for the remaining time.

Step 9

Open the air fryer basket and shake the florets.

Step 10

Air fry for another 2 minutes at 390°F.

Step 11

Check for doneness with a fork. The top of the cauliflower will be crispy and the inside well cooked.

Step 12

Place a frying pan on the stove on medium heat.

Step 13

Add oil, once the oil is hot, add onions, scallion whites, ginger, garlic, and green chilies.

Step 14

Saute for a few minutes until onions are translucent.

Step 15

Add soy sauce, chili sauce, salt, and sugar, and mix well.

Step 16

Saute everything for about 1-2 minutes.

Step 17

Add water and continue to cook until the gravy starts bubbling.

Step 18

Prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing water and cornstarch and ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 19

Pour the cornstarch slurry in the gravy, a teaspoon at a time, until you get a desired consistency.

Step 20

Allow the gravy to boil for a minute, the gravy will have a shiny glaze.

Step 21

Add the pepper and cauliflower florets and mix well.

Step 22

Add scallion greens and turn off the flame.