Vegan Tofu Manchurian

Crispy vegan tofu Manchurian in spicy sauce. Moreover, it’s a plant-based Indo-Chinese dish that’s easy, flavorful, and satisfying.

Vegan Tofu Manchurian is crispy, saucy, and packed with bold Indo-Chinese flavors. Moreover, it offers the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy taste. Because tofu absorbs flavors beautifully, this dish turns incredibly delicious. Additionally, it works well as an appetizer or a main course. As a result, you get a restaurant-style dish that is easy to prepare at home.

🥣 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For Crispy Tofu

• 250 g firm tofu, cubed
• 3 tbsp cornflour
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Oil for frying or air-frying

For Manchurian Sauce

• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
• 1 tbsp chili sauce
• ½ cup water
• 1 tsp cornflour mixed with 2 tbsp water

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. First, toss tofu cubes with cornflour, flour, salt, and pepper.
2. Next, fry or air-fry until golden and crispy. Set aside.
3. Meanwhile, heat oil in a pan and sauté garlic, ginger, and green chilies until aromatic.
4. Then, add onion and bell pepper and stir-fry briefly.
5. After that, add soy sauce, ketchup, chili sauce, and water. Mix well.
6. Once simmering, stir in the cornflour slurry to thicken the sauce.
7. Finally, add crispy tofu, toss well, and serve hot.

💡 Tips for Best Results

• To begin with, press tofu well to remove excess moisture
• Additionally, air-frying keeps it lighter and healthier
• However, fry on medium heat for even crispiness
• For extra flavor, finish with spring onions or sesame oil

🔄 Variations

• For a dry version, reduce the sauce and cook until coated
• If you want extra veggies, add carrots, cabbage, or broccoli
• Alternatively, swap tofu with cauliflower or mushrooms
• Similarly, make it gluten-free using tamari instead of soy sauce

🌱 Health Benefits

• Firstly, tofu is rich in plant-based protein and calcium
• Secondly, garlic and ginger support immunity and digestion
• Moreover, this dish is cholesterol-free and dairy-free
• Therefore, it fits perfectly into a balanced vegan diet

🧒 Kid-Friendly Version

• To make it mild, skip green chilies and reduce chili sauce
• Instead of frying, bake or air-fry tofu
• Additionally, cut tofu into bite-sized pieces
• Finally, serve with plain rice or noodles

🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx.)

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Protein: 15 g
• Fat: 12 g
• Carbohydrates: 26 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sodium: Moderate