Step 1 - Make the Manchurian Balls

1. Combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, chopped spring onions, ginger-garlic paste, soy sauce, salt, pepper, maida and corn flour in a bowl.
2. Mix it all well and make small balls.
3. Heat oil in a deep pan. And fry the balls over medium-high heat until golden and crisp. Set aside.

Step 2 A - Air Fry the Manchurian Balls

• Heat oil in a deep pan. And fry the balls over medium-high heat until golden and crisp. Set aside.

Step 2 B - Air Fry the Manchurian Balls

• Preheat your air fryer to 400°F .
• Lightly spray the basket with oil and arrange the balls in a single layer.
• Spray the tops of the balls with oil.
• Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until they’re golden and crispy.

Step 3 - Make the Gravy

1. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add finely chopped garlic, ginger and spring onion whites. Sauté for 30 seconds.
2. Then add green chilies and stir-fry for a few seconds.
3. Throw in the soy sauce, red chili sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, salt and pepper. Stir well.
4. Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil.
5. Add the corn flour slurry and cook for 2–3 minutes to thicken the sauce.

Step 4 - Mix and Serve

1. Now add the fried Manchurian balls into the sauce. Gently mix to coat them well.
2. Top with chopped spring onion greens.
3. Serve hot with noodle or fried rice.