Soya Masala – A Perfect Meat Swap for Vegans

Ingredients

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• Soya chunks (I use nutrela Brand- Boil, strain water, squeeze water)
• Onion
• Tomato
• Ginger-garlic freshly grated
• Green chili
• Red chili powder
• Turmeric powder
• Coriander powder
• Garam masala
• Cumin seeds
• Sesame Oil
• Amchoor (swap with lemon juice)
• Salt
• Soya Chaap Masala (GM Foods)

Step 1. Boil the soya chunks
Boil water in a large pan. Add soya chunks and cook for 5–7 minutes until soft. Drain, rinse with cold water, and squeeze out excess water.

Step 2. Make the masala base
Heat oil in a heavy wok. Add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions, grated garlic and ginger, and green chili. Sauté till onions turn golden.

Step 3. Add tomatoes
Then add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and oil separates.

Step 4. Add the spices
Add all spices (except garam masala and amchoor) and salt. Cook for a minute.

Step 5. Cook the soya chunks
Add boiled soya chunks to the masala. Mix well. Cook covered for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6. Garnish and serve
Turn off the heat and garnish with garam masala, amchoor, and fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot with roti or rice.