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Soya chunks manchurian a semi dry recipe with step by step pictures! Meal maker/ soya nuggets is a great source of protein and fiber.

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I liked soya chunks right from the day I tasted it first time. So I always stock soya chunks and make when ever I get a chance to cook for me alone.

I mostly make soya chunks curry which is my most favorite as well as easy to make.

I sent this soya chunks Manchurian for last month’s Kungumam thozhi step by step series.

Now last week I have been posting all summer recipes so thought of giving it a break and post this one.

This one is easy to prepare too, no deep frying part. The recipe is partially adapted from Sanjeev Kapoors’ recipe, but altered to my taste.

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Soya chunks manchurian

Soya chunks manchurian a semi dry recipe with step by step pictures! Meal maker/ soya nuggets is a great source of protein and fiber.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Indian

Author Raks Anand

Servings 2

Cup measurements

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Soya chunks
  • 2 tablespoon Corn flour white corn starch
  • ½ Capsicum
  • ½ Onion
  • 2 sprigs Spring onion
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger finely chopped
  • 1bsp Garlic finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Soya sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chilli sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Red chilli powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper powder
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice or vinegar 1 tsp
  • 2 tablespoon Oil

Instructions

Cooking soya chunks

  • Soak soya chunks in hot water with salt for 5 minutes.

  • Then squeeze it, boil it in water with salt until its soft .

  • Drain water, wash it, squeeze it, keep aside.

  • Alternatively, you can pressure cook with salt for 2 whistles, skipping soaking.

Marination

  • To the prepped soya chunks, add a tablespoon of corn flour, little salt, half the pepper powder, half the chilli powder and marinate.

  • Keep aside for 15 mins.

  • Cut capsicum length wise, chop onion, spring onion and gather all the required ingredients ready.

Stove work

  • Heat a non stick pan with a teaspoon of oil and first toss the marinatedsoya chunks until the corn flour turns transparent.

  • Heat the remaining oil and first fry ginger garlic for a minute without changing its color.

  • Then add onion and white part of spring onion. Fry till transparent.

  • Add capsicum and fry for a minute. Pour in both sauces, remaining pepper and red chilli powder. Sprinkle required salt.

  • Add the tossed soya chunks, mix well. Dissolve corn flour in ¼ cup water and add it.

  • Squirt the lemon or add vinegar and toss well. Lastly add the green part of spring onion

Notes

  • Do not add corn flour more than mentioned. I have used levelled tablespoon of the flour, not heaped. If you add more, then the whole manchurian may get really thick.
  • Adding enough salt, spice and tanginess is must. Otherwise manchurian will be bland.
  • Use dark soya sauce for good colour.
  • Add finely chopped coriander leaves along with spring onion for a unique flavor.
  • Soya chunks should be cooked soft in order to absorb all the ingredients we add.

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Stepwise photos

1. Soak soya chunks in hot water with salt for 5 minutes. Then squeeze it, boil it in water with salt until its cooked.

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Drain water,wash it, squeeze it, keep aside. Alternatively, you can pressure cook with salt for 2 whistles, skipping soaking. To this, add a tblsp of corn flour, little salt, half the pepper powder, half the chilli powder and marinate.

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3. Keep aside for 15 mins. Cut capsicum length wise, chop onion, spring onion and gather all the required ingredients ready.

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4. Heat a non stick pan with a teaspoon of oil and first toss the marinated soya chunks until the corn flour turns transparent.

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5. Heat the remaining oil and first fry ginger garlic for a minute without changing its color. Then add onion and white part of spring onion. Fry till transparent.

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6. Add capsicum and fry for a minute. In goes both sauces, remaining pepper and red chilli powder. Sprinkle required salt.

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7. Add the tossed soya chunks, mix well. Dissolve corn flour in ¼ cup water and add it.

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8. Squirt the lemon or add vinegar and toss well. Lastly add the green part of spring onion.

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Serve with fried rice or hakka noodles the best. I can have it as such too.

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Comments

  1. jeyashri suresh

    Looks awesome and mouthwatering. Loved the glossy look

    Reply

  2. Kurinji

    Arumai....

    Reply

  3. Sindhujabalaji

    I dont have chilli sauce in hand,can i omit it?...

    Reply

  4. Nivedhanams Sowmya

    Wow that is super tempting... Very nicely done.

    Reply

  5. Megha Mittal

    This comment has been removed by the author.

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  6. Megha Mittal

    Nice recipe with lovely pics...1st step is not clear. we are soaking in hot water with salt then boiling in water with salt...then in 2nd step we squeeze the water...will chunks remain salty???

    Reply

  7. alkajena

    Lovely recipe.well explained and would definitely try it

    Reply

  8. Emmanuel

    God bless you!
    Immanuel

    Reply

  9. Anu Shoj

    wow different and yummy and healthy...shud try this...
    Cheers
    Anu@RasA-svAda

    Reply

  10. Divs

    looks like a yummy treat to make for the weekend. ill be trying for sure

    Reply

  11. Neeraja Papannagari

    Where did you use chilli and soya sauce?

    Reply

  12. Ritu Tangri

    Delicious n easier than normal Manchurian

    Reply

  13. kitty

    Step 6

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  14. RASHIQUE

    prepared ..but didnt get expected taste

    Reply

  15. nithya

    I made it today, it was very good. Thanks for showing us a recipe so simple n yet very tasty 🙂

    Reply

  16. Unknown

    I don't have chilly sauce can I skip that

    Reply

  17. Raks Kitchen

    Use any other sauce you have. Because it adds nice taste.

    Reply

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Soya chunks manchurian | Soya chunks recipes - Raks Kitchen (2024)

FAQs

Should soya chunks be soaked before cooking? ›

How long should soya chunks be soaked? Ideally they need just a 10 to 15 minutes soak to hydrate and soften them. But if you are someone having a trouble digesting protein, then soak them in luke warm water for 3 to 4 hours. Oversoaking in boiling hot water makes them too mushy.

Is Manchurian made of soya chunks? ›

This soya chunks manchurian is very very quick to make since there is not much of chopping or preparation work like we do for other manchurian recipes. This can be served as a evening snack or in a meal along with Noodles or Fried rice. It is best served immediately after adding the fried chunks to the sauce.

Can we eat soya chunks without frying? ›

Yes. Soya chunks can be eaten after boiling. But the taste of boiled soya chunks is bland and it is very difficult to eat more than a few pieces.

Are soya chunks healthy? ›

Soya chunks are highly beneficial in more than one way, such as aiding weight loss, improving heart health, preventing the growth of cancerous cells, regulating hormonal imbalance in women, preventing the risk of osteoporosis, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and many more.

Can I just boil soya chunks and eat? ›

Soya chunks can be consumed by first boiling them and then incorporating them into several dishes like gravy, soup, and rice.

Does cooking destroy protein in soya chunks? ›

It is true that boiling soya chunks can reduce the protein content. This is because high heat and long cooking times can cause the proteins in soya chunks to denature, or lose their shape and function. When proteins denature, they can become less available for the body to use as a source of nutrition.

Is Veg Manchurian junk food? ›

Veg Manchurian can be a healthy dish when prepared using the right cooking methods and ingredients. Several recipes provide healthier alternatives, such as using an appe pan instead of deep-frying, incorporating a variety of vegetables, and using minimal oil.

Is Veg Manchurian healthy? ›

Through this, you will enjoy not only its delicious taste but also its health benefits. Here are some healthy Manchurian recipe benefits- It has many carbohydrates that can provide instant energy to the body. It contains a lot of vegetables which are essential for the body's nutritional demands.

Should we boil soya chunks? ›

Once, you soak them for about half an hour to forty-five minutes in water, just press them and squeeze out the extra liquid from them. This will transfer that odour (strong flavour/small) from the chunks into the water. He also mentioned that if you don't have much time, you can directly boil the soya chunks in water.

Is there any disadvantages of eating soya chunks? ›

Soya chunks can have some unpleasant side effects, including diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common symptom of consuming soy products, as the high fiber and protein content can cause indigestion in some people. Additionally, soya chunks may contain additives such as sugar or salt that can contribute to an upset stomach.

Why boys don t eat soya chunks? ›

Many people not only deem soya chunks to be unsafe but also label them as unfit for consumption by males. The reason behind this claim is that soybeans contain a variety of plant compounds called phytoestrogens, which have a similar structure to the hormone estrogen.

Is soya chunks high in estrogen? ›

Soy is unique in that it contains a high concentration of isoflavones, a type of plant estrogen (phytoestrogen) that is similar in function to human estrogen but with much weaker effects. Soy isoflavones can bind to estrogen receptors in the body and cause either weak estrogenic or anti-estrogenic activity.

Is soya chunks bad for cholesterol? ›

Although eating soy-based foods can slightly lower your low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, known as the "bad" cholesterol, the American Heart Association has concluded that soy alone doesn't lower cholesterol enough to make a big difference in your health.

Is soya chunks healthier than chicken? ›

Nutritional Facts Of Soya Chunks

Soya pieces provide an incredible amount of protein. Chicken and eggs, on the other hand, provide just 27 g and 13 g of protein per 100 g, respectively. For both men and women, the abundant protein content covers the daily required intake (46g for women, and 56g for men).

Can I eat 100g soya chunks daily? ›

However, avoid consuming soy chunks in excess quantity. The presence of phytoestrogens can be harmful in some instances. It may lead to health problems like hormonal imbalance, thyroid imbalance, and higher uric acid levels in the body. The recommended serving of soy chunks is around 15- 25 grams per day.

Why soya chunks soaked in water? ›

Even though soya chunks come dried, they plump up quickly when you soak them in water. They become soft, fibrous, and spongy. The protein in soya chunks is almost as much as in real meat. Plus, they're low in fat and easy on the wallet.

Can we eat soya chunks by just soaking? ›

Yes it's fine. In fact it's necessary that you rehydrate the chunks by soaking them. Although soaking it in water with some spices added will help in the taste. The protein will remain intact.

Is soya chunks ready to eat? ›

For human consumption, soybeans must be cooked with "wet" heat to destroy the trypsin inhibitors (serine protease inhibitors). Soya chunks are safe to consume and are a good source of protein for vegans and vegetarians.

What is the best way to consume soya chunks? ›

First, boil the soya chunks, then add them to various dishes. Here are a few simple ways to do it: Enhance rice dishes by including nutritious soya chunks. Incorporate soya chunks into gravies for added texture and protein.

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