Healthy Air-Fried Chinese Bhel Recipe

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.

Ingredients

– 200g whole wheat noodles – 1 tbsp olive oil or sunflower oil – 1 tsp minced ginger – 1 tsp minced garlic – 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