Hot and Sweet Soya Recipe

Name: Hot and Sweet Soya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 100 g tofu, soya chunks; 3 medium finely chopped onions; 3 medium finely chopped tomatoes; 2 finely chopped green chilies; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; ½ teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala powder; 2 tablespoons apricot jam or 2 tablespoons mango jam; salt; 4 tablespoons cooking oil; 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste; 2 tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt, beaten; 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves, to garnish; 2 tablespoons fried onions, to garnish

Servings: persons

100 g tofu, soya chunks
3 medium finely chopped onions
3 medium finely chopped tomatoes
2 finely chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon red chili powder
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garam masala powder
2 tablespoons apricot jam or 2 tablespoons mango jam
salt
4 tablespoons cooking oil
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
2 tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt, beaten
2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves, to garnish
2 tablespoons fried onions, to garnish

1
Soak the soya chunks in warm salted water for 30 minutes.
2
Squeeze, wash and drain.
3
Marinate the soya chunks in the ginger-garlic paste and yogurt marinade for 20 minutes.
4
Heat 1 tbsp.
5
of oil in a pot.
6
Saute the marinated soya chunks until all the liquid dries up.
7
Keep it aside.
8
Heat 3 tbsps.
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of oil in the same pot.
10
Add onions and fry until golden brown.
11
Lower flame, add turmeric, red chilli and garam masala powders.
12
Fry for 30 seconds.
13
Add the tomatoes and green chillies.
14
Cook until it turns mushy with the lid on.
15
Add the soya chunks and salt.
16
Mix well and cook covered for 15 minutes on low flame.
17
Add the apricot jam and cook for 1 minute.
18
Sprinkle a pinch of garam masala powder.
19
Garnish with corriander leaves and fried onions.
20
Serve hot with chappatis (Indian flatbreads) or white bread or puris for a complete meal!

192

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 100 g tofu, soya chunks, 3 medium finely chopped onions, 3 medium finely chopped tomatoes, 2 finely chopped green chilies, and more.

Yes, Hot and Sweet Soya falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Hot and Sweet Soya

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