🥘 Soya Chunk Masala Recipe | Protein-Packed Vegetarian Curry

Soya chunks are a good source of nutrients. it is also called veg meat. there are different recipes made from soya chunks, today we will cook the Goan masala soya chunk recipe.

📌 Servings: 3
⏱️ Cooking Time: 15–20 minutes
👩‍🍳 Author: Puja Raghuvir Naik

📝 Ingredients

For Soya Chunk Preparation:

• 1 cup soya chunks
• Hot water (for soaking)
• Salt (to taste)

For the Curry:

• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tomato (finely chopped or pureed)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

🍳 Method

Prep the Soya Chunks

• Soak soya chunks in hot water with a little salt for 10 minutes. Once soft, squeeze out excess water and keep aside.

Cook the Base Masala

• Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
• Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook until raw smell disappears.
• Add tomatoes and cook until mushy.

Add Spices

• Mix in turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates from the masala.

Add Soya Chunks

• Add the squeezed soya chunks to the masala. Mix well and sauté for 2–3 minutes.

Simmer and Finish

• Add a little water to make a semi-thick gravy. Cover and cook for 5–7 minutes on low flame.
• Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander.

🍛 Love vegetarian recipes? Check out our Varan Dal – Goan/Maharashtrian Toor Dal for a simple and comforting side!

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Enjoy Soya Chunk Masala with:

• Steamed rice
• Jeera rice
• Roti, naan, or chapati

💬 Do you cook soya differently? Share your version of this protein-rich curry in the comments!
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