SOYA MASALA

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Mohit Soya Chunks, soaked and drained
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 2-3 green cardamom pods
• 4-5 cloves
• 1-inch cinnamon stick
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt, beaten
• 1/4 cup fresh cream (optional)
• Salt to taste
• 3 tablespoons cooking oil or ghee
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat oil or ghee in a large pan or kadai over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, green cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Sauté for a minute until aromatic.
2. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. Stir in the ginger paste and garlic paste. Sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
4. Add the tomato puree and cook until the oil starts to separate from the masala.
5. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
6. Add the soaked and drained Mohit Soya Chunks to the masala. Mix gently to coat the soya chunks with the masala.
7. Reduce the heat to low and add the beaten yogurt. Mix well to incorporate the yogurt into the masala. Cook for a few minutes until the masala is well combined.
8. If using fresh cream, add it at this stage and stir to combine.
9. Add water to achieve the desired gravy consistency. Cover the pan and let the curry simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the soya chunks to absorb the flavors.
10. Sprinkle garam masala powder and chopped fresh coriander leaves. Mix well.
11. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
12. Remove from heat and serve the Soya Chunks Masala Curry hot with steamed rice, naan, roti, or paratha.

Tips:

• You can add other vegetables like peas, carrots, or bell peppers to the curry for extra flavor and nutrition.
• Adjust the spiciness according to your preference by varying the amount of red chili powder.
• For a creamier texture, you can use more fresh cream or substitute with coconut milk.

Enjoy your delicious and protein-packed Soya Chunks Masala Curry made with Mohit Soya Chunks!