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Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian

Serves 2
20 mins
250 Kcal
Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian is an utterly delightful dish. It intertwines the paneer's creaminess with the silky smooth texture of the mashed potatoes, encased within a crunchy, golden exterior. This Indian cuisine dish brings together the best Indian and Chinese cuisines and becomes impossible to resist as an appetiser or snack. The aloo paneer stuffed Manchurian dish is original and flavoursome, as it should appear in Indian Chinese cuisine. To make stuffed aloo paneer Manchurian, boiled potatoes are mashed and mixed with paneer that has been crumbled, spices, and seasonings such as garam masala, cumin, and chilli powder. This mixture is then shaped into small balls, having a flavourful filling that can contain saut ed vegetables, spices, or even more crumbled paneer. These stuffed balls deep fry until they become crispy on the outside and soft and cheesy on the inside. Fried balls of the prepared aloo paneer stuffing are then tossed in a beautiful Manchurian sauce with soya sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, green chillies, and ketchup. This brings the classical flavours onto the spicy, tangy, and savoury dish. The recipe of the stuffed Manchurian can be enjoyed as an appetiser, side dish, or even as a main course. It goes very well with any available dipping sauce- chilli sauce or garlic sauce. That's what fusion is meant to be: a perfect blend of all textures and flavours that form a deliciously crispy, spicy, and cheesy treat that satisfies the palate.

Ingredients required for Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian

  1. 3 mashed potatoes
  2. 50 gms unsalted paneer
  3. 2 tsp all-purpose flour
  4. 1 cup chopped onion
  5. 0.25 cup onion leaves
  6. 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  7. Salt
  8. 1 tsp garam masala
  9. 1 pinch pepper powder
  10. 1 tsp red chilli powder
  11. 1 tsp ghee
  12. Oil
  13. 2 tsp soya sauce
  14. 2 tsp chilli sauce
  15. 1 tsp vinegar
  16. 2 tsp tomato sauce
  17. Coriander leaves

Cooking steps for Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian

  1. 1
    This recipe of Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian can steal the show at any party.
  2. 2
    It's like an explosion of textures—crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside, all smothered in a tangy, spicy sauce that'll leave you craving more.
  3. 3
    Start with the filling: mash up 3 medium-sized boiled potatoes and crumble 50 grams of unsalted paneer.
  4. 4
    Make sure the potato is lump-free to ensure smooth, easy stuffing.
  5. 5
    Toss in 2 teaspoons of all-purpose flour to help bind everything together, and add 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, and a pinch of pepper to spice things up.
  6. 6
    Season with salt, mix it all together, and shape this magic into small round balls—remember, they need to be tight so they hold up during frying.
  7. 7
    Heat up some oil in a pan and fry the stuffed balls until they're golden brown and crispy.
  8. 8
    Now for the sauce: heat 1 teaspoon of ghee, toss in 1 cup of chopped onions, and saut them until they're golden and caramelized.
  9. 9
    Add 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste, 2 teaspoons soy sauce, 2 teaspoons chili sauce, 1 teaspoon vinegar, and 2 teaspoons of tomato sauce.
  10. 10
    A splash of water to get the right sauce consistency, and you've got a perfect Manchurian base.
  11. 11
    Gently toss in the fried aloo-paneer balls and let them absorb all that flavor.
  12. 12
    Garnish this recipe of aloo paneer stuffed manchurian with fresh coriander, and there you have it—Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian, a hit every time.
  13. 13
    Whether it's a snack, appetizer, or part of a bigger meal, these crispy, tangy treats will have everyone talking.
  14. 14
    It's all about balance here—the creamy, spicy filling with that addictive sauce—total crowd-pleaser material.

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Tomato Sauce (2 Tsp)
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Mashed Potatoes (3)
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Ginger Garlic Paste (1 Tsp)
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Oil
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Chilli Sauce (2 Tsp)
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Chopped Onion (1 cup)
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Onion Leaves (0.25 Cup)
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Garam Masala (1 Tsp)
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Coriander Leaves
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Red Chilli Powder (1 Tsp)
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All-purpose Flour (2 Tsp)
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Pepper Powder (1 pinch)
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Unsalted Paneer (50 gms)
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Ghee (1 Tsp)
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Salt
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Soya Sauce (2 Tsp)
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FAQs

Can Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian be made without deep frying?

By shallow frying or baking, you can make a healthier version of aloo paneer stuffed Manchurian. You can also shallow fry them using a little oil in a non-stick pan, gently turning the balls to cook them evenly. Or you can bake the balls at 190 C or 375 F for about 20-25 minutes, turning them halfway to be crispy on all sides. Both methods can give you a lighter version of this delicious dish.

Can I prepare Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian one day in advance?

You can make the stuffed Manchurian balls a day ahead of time; you have to shape and keep them in the fridge for at least a few hours before frying. To save the ultimate crunch, you want to fry them fresh just before serving. To make it simpler, you may prepare the sauce, if used, a day in advance and reheat it when you are ready to serve. Refrigerate the fried Manchurian balls as they can turn soft.

How can I make my Aloo Paneer Stuffed Manchurian spicier?

If you want your Manchurian spicy, add more green chillies, red chilli powder, or garam masala in the stuffing. Add finely chopped fresh green chillies or ginger to the stuffing mix for extra heat. For the sauce, add a bit of chilli sauce or chilli powder to adjust your choice of spiciness level. Taste and adjust the seasoning while cooking to reach the desired spice level.
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