Spicy Manchurian sliders are going to be the most popular fusion recipe you make this summer!
Crispy veggie Manchurian filling, formed into a patty and fried till golden perfection sandwiched with spicy cheese, tangy coleslaw and topped off with a toasty bun! This recipe doesn’t require much work and it’s definitely not a labor or love type, even though making Manchurian can be daunting.
From what I know, veggie manchurian is a fun appetizer to enjoy but honestly took way to look to make or just required a ton of time and ingredients which no one had. With a few of my shortcuts, this recipe is easier to whip up than a making a Gujurati thali.
A few shorts I like to take for the recipe requires a not too expensive but useful kitchen gadget! You guys have seen my use my handy dandy cheese grate I got off amazon (linked below) but it comes with 3 different types of grater and I like to use it to grate my carrots, cabbage and cauliflower. It seriously makes the finely chopping part such a breeze!
Coleslaw is always best when it’s made in advance because all the flavors soak up and the cabbage has a more tender texture. You can definitely make the coleslaw the day or night before and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Even though the slaw is creamy, I do believe every slider or sandwich needs a good sauce or condiment! I used my halal guys white sauce for this recipe, and it’s definitely optional so you can even serve it on the side and dip your slider into it! Another favorite sauce I recommend is a smoky charred jalapeño sauce!
If you do want to make these in advance I suggest you make the Manchurian patties and fry them the day before. Let me cool down before storing them in an airtight container in the fridge. I would also make the coleslaw and white sauce as well and store in the fridge. The day of you can pop the slider patties into the air fryer and assemble as needed.
1/4 cup each: finely chopped red onion, scallions + cilantro
1 tbsp each: finely chopped green chilies, garlic + ginger
2 tsp each: salt, ground cumin and coriander + garam masala
2 tbsp red chili sauce (I used the brand chings chili sauce)
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1 tbsp corn starch
oil for frying * air frying instructions see below
Toasted Sesame Coleslaw
1 bag of pre chopped coleslaw
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp each: soy sauce + sirracha
1 tsp each: vinegar + salt + sugar
2 tsp toasted sesame seed oil
Assembly
12 pack slider buns
12 slices – Boars Head spicy 3 pepper Colby jack cheese or any cheese of choice.
Instructions
Manchurian Sliders
In a large bowl combine all the veggies along with all the spices and seasonings. Mix everything until it’s well combined and sprinkle in the flour and cornstarch.
You will see the mixture come together and form into small patties and fry until golden brown. For air frying, place patties in the basket and spray with some oil and cook at 380F for 7-9 mins.
Toasted Sesame Coleslaw
In a bowl, combine the: mayo, soy sauce, sriracha, vinegar, salt + pepper and toasted sesame seed oil. Whisk until you have a smooth consistency and add in the coleslaw.
Mix everything together until the coleslaw is fully covered in the mixture.
Assembly
Toast the insides of the slider buns face up with the cheese on. Add the Manchurian patty and a good layer of the coleslaw. Enjoy!
Prep Time:20
Cook Time:20
Category:Indian
Keywords: Manchurian sliders, coleslaw, mini sliders, appetizers
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