Soya Chunk Xacuti | Goan Vegetarian Masala Curry Recipe

Soya chunk which contains high protein and omega 3 fatty acids, it consists of 345 calories. soya chunks are also called as veg chicken.

soya chunk xacuti is the same as chicken xacuti taste is the same, instead of chicken we adding soya chunks.it's yummy and gets the satisfaction of eating chicken on the veg day.

other dishes of soya chunk are soya chilly or soya chunk masala dry. you can also make soya fry.

📌 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 Goan food? Try our Soya Chunk Masala Recipe next!

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Enjoy Soya Chunk Masala with:

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

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