Manchow Vegetable Soup Recipe: With the advent of winter, when the mild cold and hunger begin to increase together, one feels the desire to eat something delicious and healthy at the same time. In such a situation, if you also want to drink some refreshing, spicy and hot soup, then Vegetable Manchav Soup is the perfect choice for you. This soup is not only great in taste, but it is also healthy because it contains a lot of vegetables. What distinguishes it is that it has a Chinese flavor, which is loved by people of all ages. You can serve it as a starter before dinner on cool evenings or at snack time during the rainy season. Manchav vegetable soup is known for its spicy and refreshing taste. If you are fond of Indo-Chinese food, then this soup will definitely be included in your favorite list. In this, the splendor of fresh vegetables, the aroma of soy sauce and the tinge of pepper create a combination that gives every spoonful a new taste.
- Manchow vegetable soup ingredients
- 4 cups of water
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped green pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped coriander leaves
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped French beans
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped carrots
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped cabbage
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped mushrooms (optional)
- 2 green onions (green onions), finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 4 tablespoons corn flour (dissolved in 1 cup water)
- Salt to taste
- Oil as per requirement
How to make manchow vegetable soup at home
Step 1
First, heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large wok or frying pan. When the oil is slightly hot, add ginger, garlic, green chillies and coriander leaves. Fry them over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until they smell fragrant.
Step 2
Now add all the vegetables – carrots, beans, cabbage, peppers and mushrooms. Stir them over high heat for two minutes. This will keep the vegetables slightly crunchy and their color and taste will remain intact.
Step 3
Now add soy sauce, black pepper powder and a little salt to it. Then add water and leave it until it boils. When the water starts boiling, slow the heat.
Step 4
Now add the cornflour solution slowly and continue stirring until no lumps form. After some time, the soup will start to thicken a little. If you want, you can adjust its thickness to your taste.
Step 5
When the soup becomes a little thick, turn off the gas. Garnish by adding green onions and some coriander on top. Serve the manchav soup hot immediately.
Special Tips (Pro Tips for the Perfect Manchow Soup)
- 1. If you like more spicy taste, you can also add some red pepper sauce to it.
- 2. Do not cook the soup for too long or the texture of the vegetables will spoil.
- 3. While serving, add some fried noodles on top, as this increases its taste and enjoyment.
- 4. If you want to make a healthier version without MSG (Ajinomoto), add lemon juice instead.
- 5. If you want to make a lighter version for kids, reduce the green chillies and add some tomatoes, this will enhance the taste.
Nutritional value
One serving contains about 220 calories, and is rich in protein, fibre, minerals and vitamins. Because of the vegetables, this soup is perfect for a healthy dinner or snack.
