We all love that street-style Indo-Chinese Veg Manchurian—those crispy veggie balls dunked in spicy-tangy sauce. But deep frying? Not so much. So what if you could enjoy the same flavor and crunch, without all that oil?
Say hello to Veg Manchurian made in an Air Fryer!
It’s everything you love—crispy on the outside, juicy inside, tossed in a zesty sauce—but lighter, quicker, and cleaner with the Cygen Air Fryer.
🌱 Why Air Fryer Veg Manchurian is a Game-Changer
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✅ Uses up to 90% less oil
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✅ Crisp texture without deep frying
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✅ Easy cleanup (no oil splatters!)
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✅ Perfect for everyday snacking or party starters
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✅ Great for kids and adults alike
🛒 Ingredients
For the Veg Balls:
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1 cup grated cabbage
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1/2 cup grated carrot
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1/4 cup finely chopped capsicum
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2 tablespoons chopped spring onions
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1-2 tablespoons cornflour
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (maida)
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1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1/2 tsp soy sauce
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Oil spray for air frying
For the Sauce:
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1 tablespoon oil
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1 tablespoon chopped garlic
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1/2 tablespoon chopped ginger
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1 green chili (optional)
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2 tablespoons chopped onion
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2 tablespoons chopped capsicum
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
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1 teaspoon red chili sauce
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1 teaspoon vinegar
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1 teaspoon cornflour slurry (1 tsp cornflour + 2 tbsp water)
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Salt to taste
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Spring onions for garnish
🍽️ Step-by-Step Recipe
1. Prepare the Veggie Balls
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Squeeze out excess moisture from grated veggies.
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In a bowl, mix veggies, cornflour, maida, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and ginger-garlic paste.
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Form into small firm balls. If mixture feels too loose, add a little more cornflour.
2. Air Fry the Balls
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Preheat Cygen Air Fryer at 200°C for 3-4 minutes.
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Place the veg balls in the basket without overcrowding.
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Spray or brush lightly with oil.
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Air fry at 200°C for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown.
3. Make the Manchurian Sauce
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. Sauté garlic, ginger, and green chili until fragrant.
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Add onions & capsicum. Cook for 2-3 minutes on high flame.
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Add soy sauce, chili sauce, ketchup, vinegar. Mix well.
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Add cornflour slurry and stir until sauce thickens.
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Season with salt and turn off heat.
4. Combine and Serve
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Add the crispy veg balls to the sauce.
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Toss quickly so they are coated but still crispy.
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Garnish with spring onions and serve immediately!
💡 Pro Tips
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Always drain water from veggies—moisture makes the balls soggy.
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Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.
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For extra spice, add chili flakes or green chilies to the sauce.
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Want a dry version? Use half the sauce amount.
🔁 Storing & Reheating
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Store veg balls and sauce separately in airtight containers in the fridge.
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Reheat balls in the air fryer at 180°C for 4-5 minutes.
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Heat the sauce in a pan, then toss together before serving.
❤️ Why This Recipe Works for Everyone
Whether you're a fitness freak, a food lover, a busy parent, or just someone trying to eat better without giving up on flavor—this air fryer Veg Manchurian is your perfect match.
And the best part? You can try other dishes like tandoori broccoli, crispy tofu, or even samosas in the same air fryer!
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✨ Final Thoughts
Air fryer recipes don’t mean boring or bland. With the right ingredients and a powerful appliance like the Cygen Air Fryer, you can turn your favorite indulgent foods into daily staples—guilt-free, oil-free, and totally delicious!
