Soya Chunks Curry

Soya chunks curry is perfect for people who have to maintain a meat-free diet or change their eating habits. This is because soy is high in protein and contributes to a balanced diet when there’s no meat on the table. This recipe of soya chunks curry recipe calls for a wide variety of vegetables, flavorings and garnishes; but feel free to include different vegetables and spices to attain your preferred taste.

This Soya Chunks Curry recipe tastes great with rice or roti, and the combination makes a great meal for lunch! Make sure you pack the meal in a thermos or in an insulated lunch box so you can enjoy it warm later.

Health Benefits

The primary ingredient at the heart of this curry dish is, of course, the soya chunks, otherwise known as tofu or bean curd. Soy has been a standard ingredient in Asian cuisine for many centuries. It is a great food substitute for vegetarians and vegans because of its high protein content which helps the body recover from muscle fatigue and repairs cellular damage. Regularly consuming soya chunks can help lower cholesterol, improve heart health, and increase the body’s metabolism.

Ingredients

soya chunks: 2 cup

oil: 2 tsp

medium sized onion – thinly sliced: 1

cloves garlic: 3

ginger: 1

Finely chopped tomatoes: 2

whole cashews: 8

oil: 3 tsp

cumin seeds: 1 tsp

bay leaf: 1

Turmeric powder: 1/2 tsp

cinnamon stick: 1

medium sized onions – chopped: 1

salt to taste

Kashmiri chilli powder: 1 tsp

coriander powder: 1 tsp

curd or fresh yogurt: 1/4 cup

water: 1 cup

Kasuri methi: 1 tsp

garam masala powder: 1/4 tsp

How To Make Soya Chunks Curry

1. Firstly, boil soya chunks for 8 minutes and transfer to a bowl of cold water.Allow to rest for 10 minutes and squeeze completely.
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium flame. Sauté onion, ginger, and garlic.Add tomatoes, cashews, and sauté well.
3. Let the mixture cool completely and blend to a smooth paste.
4. In another pan, heat oiland sautécumin seeds, bay leaf, and cinnamon stick.
5. Add finely chopped onions and let cook until golden brown. Add spice powders (chili, turmeric and coriander) and onion-tomato paste and stir to combine.
6. Season with salt and pour in water and curd.
7. Add squeezed soya and cook covered for ten minutes over a low flame.
8. Sprinkle kasuri methi and garam masala. Stir to combine.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Trivia

One acre of soybeans can make 82,368 crayons.