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Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Soya Chunks Curry

Also known as soya meat or textured vegetable protein.It is quick to cook, with a protein content equal to that of the meat it is replacing, and contains no fat.
The recipe which i have given below would be little spicy, if u want u can reduce the quantity of spices.



INGREDIENTS :

Soya chunks - 2 cups
Onion - 1
Ginger - garlic paste - 1 tsp
Tomato - 1
Green Chilly - 1
Fennel seeds - 1/2 tsp
Turmeric powder - a pinch
Red chilly powder - 1 tsp
Coriander powder - 1 1/2 tsp
Garam masala - 1/2 tsp
Salt to taste
Oil
Coriander leaves to garnish

PROCEDURE:

1. Soak the soya chunks in hot water for 30 mins.
2. Using a colander, drain the water and also u can use ur hand to squeeze the excess water.
3. Chop the soya chunks into 2 or 4 pieces.
4. Heat oil in a kadai, season with fennel seeds and then add the chopped onions and green chilies.
    Saute for few mins.
5. Add the ginger-garlic paste, saute for 2 mins and the add the chopped tomato and fry for few mins.
6. Then add the turmeric, red chilly, coriander powder and stir along with adding salt.
7. Add one cup of water and let it boil for few mins.
8. When the curry turns thick, add the garam masala and chopped soya chunks and stir it for few mins.
9. If required, add 1/4 cup of water and cover and cook for 5 - 10 mins.
10. Finally garnish with coriander leaves and serve it hot with chapatis or frozen paratha.

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