Manchester Series 8: How To Make Easy Soya Chunks Curry || Soya Chunks Curry Recipe || Lekshmi Nair

soya chunks

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Quinoa is high in protein and gluten-free, while chickpeas are budget-friendly and nutritious.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier with good fats, while canola oil is economical.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: garam masala

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and additives, while garam masala is a common substitute.

fresh coriander leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: parsley

Spinach adds nutrients, while parsley is often more affordable.

Soak the soya chunks in hot water for about 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Heat refined oil in a kadai and sauté chopped ginger and garlic until fragrant.

Add chopped onions and green chillies, cooking until the onions are translucent.

Stir in the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and Kashmiri chilli powder, cooking for a few minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.

Mix in the soaked soya chunks and stir well to combine with the spices.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Add garam masala powder, salt, and coconut milk, stirring to combine.

Let it cook for another 5 minutes, then garnish with coriander leaves and cashew nut paste before serving.

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