Spicy and Crispy Baby Corn Chilly Recipe: A Perfect Indo-Chinese Delight

Looking for a quick and flavorful Indo-Chinese appetizer that can wow your guests or spice up a regular meal? Baby Corn Chilly is a fantastic dish that brings the perfect balance of crispiness, spice, and tang. With its golden-fried baby corn tossed in a fiery, saucy mixture, this dish is sure to become a favorite for both kids and adults. Whether you're serving it as a starter or as a side dish with fried rice or noodles, it never fails to impress.
Here's a simple yet delicious recipe for Baby Corn Chilly you can easily prepare at home.

Ingredients
For the Baby Corn Fry:
●    200g baby corn (cut into halves or quarters, lengthwise)

●    3 tablespoons cornflour

●    2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (maida)

●    Salt to taste

●    1 teaspoon black pepper powder

●    Water (as needed to make a thick batter)

●    Oil for deep frying

For the Sauce:
●    1 tablespoon oil

●    1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic

●    1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger

●    2 green chillies (slit or chopped)

●    1 small onion (cut into cubes)

●    1 small capsicum (cut into cubes)

●    1 tablespoon soy sauce

●    1 tablespoon red chilli sauce

●    1 tablespoon tomato ketchup

●    1 teaspoon vinegar

●    Salt to taste

●    Spring onions for garnish (optional)


Method
Step 1: Preparing the Baby Corn
1.    Rinse and slice the baby corn lengthwise.

2.    In a mixing bowl, combine cornflour, all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper.

3.    Add enough water to make a thick batter.

4.    Dip the baby corn pieces in the batter and coat them well.

5.    Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the baby corn till golden and crisp.

6.    Remove and drain on kitchen paper to absorb excess oil.

Step 2: Preparing the Sauce
1.    In a wok or large pan, heat 1 tablespoon oil on medium flame.

2.    Add chopped garlic, ginger, and green chillies. Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.

3.    Add cubed onions and capsicum, sauté for 2-3 minutes on high heat to retain the crunch.

4.    Add soy sauce, chilli sauce, tomato ketchup, and vinegar. Mix well.

5.    Adjust salt as per taste. You may add a splash of water if the sauce is too thick.

6.    Toss the fried baby corn in this sauce and stir well until each piece is coated evenly.

Step 3: Serving
 Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.

Tips and Variations
●    For extra spice, add crushed black pepper or a pinch of red chilli flakes.

●    You can make it a dry version or add more sauce to serve it as a semi-gravy side.

●    For a healthier version, air-fry or bake the baby corn instead of deep frying.


This Baby Corn Chilly recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for spice lovers. With a little prep and simple ingredients, you can bring restaurant-style flavors right to your dining table. Serve it hot and enjoy the burst of flavors with every bite.

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