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Crispy, bite-sized chicken pieces tossed in a savory, tangy, and slightly spicy Manchurian sauce. This popular Indo-Chinese appetizer is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and perfect for any party or gathering.
For 4 servings
Marinate the Chicken
Fry the Chicken
Prepare the Sauce and Slurry
Crispy, bite-sized chicken pieces tossed in a savory, tangy, and slightly spicy Manchurian sauce. This popular Indo-Chinese appetizer is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and perfect for any party or gathering.
This indo_chinese recipe takes 45 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 442.49 calories per serving with 33.38g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for appetizer or snack.
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Stir-fry the Aromatics and Vegetables
Combine and Finish
Replace chicken with paneer, firm tofu, mushrooms, or cauliflower (gobi). For a vegan version, use a plant-based alternative for the egg, like a flax egg or more corn starch with water.
Instead of deep-frying, coat the chicken in the batter and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through and golden. You can also use an air fryer for a similar result with less oil.
To make a gravy version, increase the sauce ingredients by 50% and add 1 to 1.5 cups of water or vegetable stock after sautéing the vegetables. Bring to a boil, then thicken with a larger corn starch slurry (2 tbsp corn starch in 1/4 cup water).
Chicken is a high-quality lean protein, essential for building and repairing tissues, supporting muscle growth, and maintaining overall body function.
Green chilies contain capsaicin, a compound that can provide a temporary boost to your metabolism and may aid in fat burning.
Garlic, a key aromatic in the sauce, is rich in a compound called allicin, which is known for its potential immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties.
One serving of Chicken Manchurian Dry contains approximately 450-550 calories, depending on the amount of oil absorbed during frying and the specific sauces used.
Chicken Manchurian Dry is typically considered an indulgent dish rather than a health food because the chicken is deep-fried. However, it provides a good amount of protein. To make it healthier, you can bake or air-fry the chicken instead of deep-frying.
Yes, you can make it without an egg. The egg helps bind the coating and adds richness. To substitute, you can add 2-3 tablespoons of cold water or milk to the marinade to form a thick, paste-like batter.
Chicken Manchurian Dry is an appetizer where the fried chicken is lightly coated in a thick, glossy sauce. The gravy version has a much thinner, more abundant sauce and is typically served as a main course with fried rice or noodles.
The key to preventing sogginess is to fry the chicken until it's very crispy (the double-fry method helps) and to toss it in the sauce only at the very last minute before serving. Serve it immediately.
Absolutely! Chicken thighs are a great choice as they are more flavorful and tend to stay juicier than chicken breast after frying.
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