Mumbai Style Chinese Bhel Recipe

Mumbai-style Chinese bhel is a crunchy street-food mix of fried noodles, vegetables and sharp Indo-Chinese sauces. Assemble it at the last minute so the noodles stay crisp.

Ingredients

• 3 cups fried hakka noodles
• 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
• 1/4 cup grated carrot
• 1/4 cup sliced capsicum
• 2 spring onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon chilli sauce
• 1 teaspoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons coriander

Method

1. Whisk soy sauce, chilli sauce, vinegar and sesame oil in a small bowl.
2. Place noodles, cabbage, carrot, capsicum and spring onion in a wide bowl.
3. Add the dressing, toss quickly and season with pepper. Top with coriander and serve immediately.

Tips and storage

Use completely cooled, dry noodles and add sauce only when serving. Keep the noodle and vegetable components separate for up to one day; the mixed dish cannot be stored without losing its crunch.

FAQs

Can I use baked noodles?

Yes, baked noodles make a lighter version, although the texture will be less like street-style Chinese bhel.