The introduction of air fryers has completely transformed the way we prepare our meals, presenting a much healthier option compared to the conventional frying techniques. The air fryer noodles are just one of the many delightful creations that have emerged from this kitchen innovation. This easy dinner recipe is classic comfort food at play.It has simple ingredients whatever you may have at home. Generally american chopsuey is made with elbow macaroni noodles along with ground beef. However, this is a vegan version quite popular in Indian canteens where thin noodles or Maggi noodles are used as pasta noodles and egg noodles was not available initially to all. This simple recipe has a crispy perfection and a better idea as an air fryer recipe has lower oil than the traditional pasta recipe which has been fried.
Indo Chinese food like Veg manchurian, gobi manchurian, soya chunks manchurian, chili paneer, tofu manchurian are favorite comfort foods for the whole family. Veg Manchow soup and classic wonton soup are great recipe for those who love a soup night. I love having tofu ramen and curried scrambled tofu with dinner rolls when I want something simple. I love to make a noodle recipe like Veg noodles and Pad Thai when I want an easy dish.
Just picture yourself transforming your beloved noodle dish into a wonderfully crispy masterpiece using only a small amount of oil and a handful of basic ingredients. The purpose of this article is to delve into the art of creating air-fried noodles, which are guaranteed to elevate your snacking experience.
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Ingredients
We need following ingredients for this easy weeknight meal.
For air fryer noodles
- Ramen noodles - choose as per your liking
- oil
- cornflour /corn starch
For american chounsuey gravy
- Oil
- Veggies (yellow onion,carrot,cabbage,red, yellow or green pepper whatever you have at home)
- Sauce mix (chilli sauce,soy sauce)
- Spices(salt,pepper)
- Cornflour,water
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Instructions for crispy noodles in air fryer
Achieving crispy noodles in the air fryer is a simple process. To embark on this culinary adventure, gather your favorite noodles. Add a tablespoon of oil, be it olive oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil, for that perfect crisp.
- Cook your noodles to al dente perfection on the stove top.
2. Drain, and cool with cold water. drain again and keep aside.
3. Toss the cooked noodles in a large bowl with the chosen oil.
4. Add cornflour and mix it evenly.
5. Preheat the airfryer at 170 degrees C|340 degrees F for 5 minutes.Spread them out in a single even layer in the air fryer basket on a parchment paper.
6. Start cooking them , it takes 12-13 minutes to cook them at 170C|340F. Spray oil once in between
How to make manchurian sauce ?
- Heat oil in a large pan, add garlic cloves and onion, cook for few minutes.Add carrot slices and cook for few minutes , add rest of the veggies.Cook for 4-5 minutes
2. Add spices and cook until soft.Add the sauce mix.
3. Mix the corn starch with water and add this mix to the pan.Continue to cook until the mixture comes to boil.
4. Continue to cook until the mixture comes to boil.
5. Serve this hot gravy on top of cripsy noodles for the american chopsuey recipe.Garnish with green onions.
Air fried noodles | vegan American chop suey recipe
Equipment
- Air fryer
- large skillet / large pan
- saucepan
- Food processor optional
Ingredients
For fried noodles
- 2 packet noodles I prefer ramen noodles
- 2 teaspoon olive oil or any other oil. Use half quantity of oil to toss noodles, rest to spray while its cooking in the airfryer.
- ½ tablespoon cornflour
for vegan choupsuey gravy
- 2 tablespoon oil
- 2-3 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup onion sliced
- ½ cup cabbage sliced
- ½ cup carrot sliced
- ¼ cup capsicum sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce use less if using dark soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon Chilli sauce or as per taste
- 1 tablespoon tomato sauce
- Salt and black pepper as per taste
- 1 teaspoon corn flour/tapioca starch
- 1.5 cup water
Instructions
For air frying noodles:
- Heat water in a pot, add the ramen noodles,cook as per the instructions on the packet, do not overcook.Drain, and cool with cold water.
- Toss the cooked noodles in a large bowl with the chosen oil. Add cornflour and mix it evenly.
- Preheat the airfryer at 170C|340F for 5 minutes. Spread them out in a single layer in the air fryer basket on a parchment paper.
- Start cooking them , it takes 12-13 minutes to cook them at 170C|340F. Spray oil once in between.
For manchurian sauce:
- Heat oil in a pan, add garlic and onion, cook for few minutes. Add carrot slices and cook for few minutes , add rest of the veggies.Cook for 4-5 minutes
- Add spices and cook until soft. Add the sauce mix.
- Mix the cornflour with water and add this mix to the pan. Continue to cook until the mixture comes to boil.
- Serve this hot gravy on top of cripsy noodles for the American choupuey recipe.
- Continue to cook until the mixture comes to boil.
Variations & Substitutions
- Experiment with different types of noodles to discover your favorite.These days you can get sweet potato noodles, chickpea pasta, millet udon noodles, but cook time might slightly vary
- You can add spices like onion powder, garlic powder along with cornflour to infuse more flavor into the noodles.
- I have used yelow and red pepper, but you can use green bell pepper too. Add a spoonful nutritional yeast to increase your Vit B12 with the sauce.
Feel free to swap out ingredients based on dietary preferences as per your grocery list or what’s available in your kitchen. Other veggies you can add to this recipe are baby corn and peas for kids. Adjust the seasonings to match your taste, and choose a healthier oil option if needed. The air fryer offers flexibility, making it easy to tailor this recipe to your liking.
Storage
Store the leftover chop suey in an air tight container. Best to keep the noodles n veggies separate when you store leftovers in the fridge.
FAQ
Yes, you can use your favorite ramen noodles. Just ensure adjusting the cooking time accordingly.
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their crispy texture.
American chop suey is an American pasta casserole dish made with cooked ground beef, elbow macaroni noodles and a seasoned tomato sauce. It is mainly a New England thing. Outside New England it is sometimes called American goulash or Johnny Marzetti. It is very different from Hungarian goulash. It is very popular and even available in different parts of the country in USA.
Conclusion
Air fryer noodles bring a delightful crunch to your pasta experience, turning a classic dish into a crispy, flavorful snack or appetizer. You can add more spices and enjoy these noodles as it is or make a classic american chop suey.
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