Meal Maker Curry (Soya Chunks Curry)

Enjoy the delightful taste of Soya Chunks Curry, a protein-filled Indian dish that's an excellent alternative to meat. Serve it with fluffy roti, chapati, or your preferred type of rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for anyone looking for a hearty, plant-based option.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian

Diet Vegan

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 250

Author Sangeetha Vel

Ingredients

1 cup Soya Chunk
1 Onion thinly sliced
¼ cup Onion paste
2 Tomato chopped
2 tsp Ginger Garlic Paste
1 Cinnamon Stick small
4 Cardamom
1 tsp Fennel Seeds
½ tsp Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Chili Powder
3 tsp Coriander Powder
1 tsp Garam Masala
1 tsp Pepper Powder
1 tsp Lemon Juice
Salt as needed
3 Green Chili
¼ cup Oil
Coriander Leaves to garnish
3 cups Water

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Instructions

Cooking the Meal Maker (Soya Chunks)

In a pan over medium heat, add water and soya chunks. Cook until the chunks are tender.
After the soya chunks have softened, drain them and squeeze out the excess water. Set them aside for later use.

Preparing Meal Maker Curry

Start by heating oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cardamom, cinnamon stick, and fennel seeds to infuse the oil with flavor.
Toss in sliced onions and green chili. Sauté until the onions are soft and golden brown, which will enrich the curry with a deep, sweet flavor.
Stir in the onion paste and continue to sauté until the raw smell dissipates, adding a foundational aroma and thickness to the curry.
Add ginger-garlic paste next and sauté until its raw smell fades away.
Sprinkle in turmeric, chili, coriander, garam masala powder, and salt, mixing well to distribute the spices evenly.
Mix in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down and become mushy, enriching the sauce.
Pour in water, stir well, and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Add the pre-cooked soya chunks to the pan and gently mix them into the curry to ensure they are evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
Cover the pan with a lid and let the curry cook for 7 to 10 minutes, which will allow the soya chunks to soak up the aromatic spices.
Remove the lid, sprinkle in pepper powder and lemon juice, and stir quickly to combine everything evenly.
Finish the dish by garnishing with fresh cilantro leaves and turning off the heat.
Your flavorful Soya Chunk Curry is now ready to be served and savored!

Serrving

Enjoy this tender and wholesome soya chunk curry with bread like chapati or roti, or serve it over a bed of your preferred rice. Check out the serving suggestions below for more ideas!

Notes

Here are some useful tips to make the perfect Soya Chunks Curry:

Adjust the Heat: Tailor the spiciness to your liking by adjusting the amount of chili powder or adding fresh green chilies. This allows everyone to enjoy the dish, regardless of their spice tolerance.
Choose Your Style – Saucy or Dry: Customize your soya chunks curry by cooking them in a rich gravy or as a dry roast, depending on your taste or the meal you’re planning.

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