Chunky Soya Bites Recipe

Name: Chunky Soya Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Dry Soya Chunks; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Salt, Divided; 2 Tablespoons Oil; 1/4 teaspoons Asafoetida (optional); 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds; 1 whole Onion, finely chopped; 2 whole Tomatoes, Pureed; 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 whole Green Chilies, Finely Chopped, Plus More For Garnish If Desired; 1/4 teaspoons Turmeric; 1 teaspoon Dry Mango Powder; 1 teaspoon Garam Masala (optional); 2 Tablespoons Sour Cream Or Yoghurt; 2 Tablespoons Fresh Coriander (Cilantro), Roughly Chopped; Chapati Or Paratha, To Serve

Servings: persons

2 cups Dry Soya Chunks
1- 1/2 teaspoon Salt, Divided
2 Tablespoons Oil
1/4 teaspoons Asafoetida (optional)
1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
1 whole Onion, finely chopped
2 whole Tomatoes, Pureed
1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
2 whole Green Chilies, Finely Chopped, Plus More For Garnish If Desired
1/4 teaspoons Turmeric
1 teaspoon Dry Mango Powder
1 teaspoon Garam Masala (optional)
2 Tablespoons Sour Cream Or Yoghurt
2 Tablespoons Fresh Coriander (Cilantro), Roughly Chopped
Chapati Or Paratha, To Serve

1
Take a deep saucepan.
2
Fill with enough water and bring to a boil.
3
Add 1 teaspoon salt.
4
Add in the uncooked soya chunks and simmer for 5 minutes.
5
The soya chunks will double in size.
6
Shut the flame, drain the water and let the soya chunks cool down.
7
Squeeze out excess water from the chunks and set aside.
8
Place a saucepan or kadhayi over high heat and pour in oil.
9
Add in asafoetida and cumin seeds and cook until it sputters.
10
Add in chopped onion and fry till golden brown.
11
Reduce heat to medium and add in the tomato puree, ginger, garlic, chopped green chilies, turmeric, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
12
Cover with a lid and let cook for 5 minutes.
13
You may add in 1/4 cup water if you want it to have a gravy-like consistency.
14
Remove the lid and add in dry mango powder, garam masala and sour cream/yoghurt.
15
Add in the boiled soya chunks and mix well.
16
Cover with lid and let cook for 5 minutes more.
17
To serve, plate the chunky soya bites and garnish with chopped coriander and finely chopped green chilies.
18
Serve hot with chapatis or parathas.

109

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Dry Soya Chunks, 1- 1/2 teaspoon Salt, Divided, 2 Tablespoons Oil, 1/4 teaspoons Asafoetida (optional), and more.

Yes, Chunky Soya Bites falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chunky Soya Bites

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Variations & substitutions

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