Healthy Air-Fried Chinese Bhel Recipe

Calories

Calories: 350

Instructions:

1. Boil the Noodles: Boil whole wheat noodles according to package instructions. Drain and pat dry.

2. Air-Fry the Noodles: Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (356°F). Lightly coat the boiled noodles with a small amount of olive or sunflower oil. Place in the air fryer basket and air fry for 5-7 minutes, shaking halfway through until they are crispy.

3. Prepare Veggies: In a pan, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, and White spring onion sautéing until aromatic.

4. Stir-Fry Veggies: Add onion, tomato, carrot, zucchini, Cabbage and capsicum to the pan. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.

5. Combine Everything: Add soy sauce, chili sauce, Chili flakes, Mixed herbs , tomato ketchup & Sesame seeds to the vegetables. Stir well. Add the air-fried noodles and gently toss everything together to ensure the noodles are well-coated with the sauce.

6. Season and Serve: Add salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot.

Health Benefits:

1. Whole Wheat Noodles: Provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals, aiding in digestion and maintaining blood sugar levels.

2. Air-Frying: Uses less oil compared to deep frying, reducing overall fat content.

3. Vegetables: Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which are essential for overall health.

4. Low in Saturated Fats: Helps in maintaining cardiovascular health.

Recipe

200g whole wheat noodles
1 tbsp olive oil or sunflower oil
1 tsp minced ginger
1 tsp minced ginger
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 tomato, chopped
1 carrot, julienned
1 zucchini, julienned
1/4 - Cabbage - ( thinly sliced)
capsicum (bell pepper), thinly sliced
1/2 Spring Onions
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp chili sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp tomato ketchup
Chili flakes
1 tsp Sesame Seed
1 tsp mixed herbs
1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 tsp black pepper
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish