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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

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  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

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.

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.

What is the simplest way to eat soya chunks? ›

A few ways to do this are:
  1. You can make sandwiches with soya chunks.
  2. You can use soya chunks in gravies.
  3. You can use soya chunks in rice dishes.
  4. You can make healthy soup with soya chunks.
6 days ago

How do you know when soya chunks are cooked? ›

5)Wash the soya chunks in plenty of water which cools the soya chunks and helps remove the smell from it. 6)Now squeeze of the extra water with your hands. Squeeze to get as much water out of it. 7)This is your cooked soya chunks.

Should we boil soya chunks? ›

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.

What is the difference between soybeans and soya chunks? ›

Soybean Or Glycine Max L Is A Legume Plant That Originated In Eastern Asia. Soya Chunks Are Obtained From Soybeans At The Time Of Extraction Of Soya-Bean Oil. These Chunks Are Actually Defatted Soy Flour Product, A By-Product Of Extracting Soybean Oil. Soya Chunks Are Also Known As Meal Makers.

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.

Can I eat soya chunks daily? ›

So, can one have it daily? Health experts agree that soy chunks being dense in protein and low in carbs are a good option to include in the meals, but eating too much of it can cause hormonal imbalance and thyroid issues. Part of the problem is also due to soy chunks being highly processed and genetically modified.

Is it necessary to wash soya chunks? ›

Going by the video, the chef shared that you need to soak soya chunks in water to get rid of the strong pungent smell they carry. 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.

What is the best time to eat soya chunks? ›

You can eat in lunch or in a dinner but don't eat in excess amount as it will increase estrogen level and decrease testosterone level which is not good for men and if your are non vegetarian you can avoid soya chunks and eat egg whites as they are rich in protein.

Why bodybuilders don t eat soya chunks? ›

Soy-based foods contain complete protein, which provides amino acids needed to help build and repair muscles. Having said that, soybean alone can't help in the entire bodybuilding process. You need a lot many other foods for the same, for which you can seek an expert's help.

How long should I boil soya chunks? ›

Boil soya chunks in lot of water for 3 to 5 minutes depending on the size, Leave them in the water for a while. Rinse them at least twice and squeeze off the excess water and keep it aside. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin and curry leaves.

How do you get the bad taste out of soya chunks? ›

Boiling: Boiling soybeans for 30 minutes or more can help to reduce the bitterness and improve their flavor. Soaking: Soaking soybeans in water for several hours before cooking can help to remove some of the bitterness and improve their flavor.

How do you get the raw taste out of soya chunks? ›

What is the best way to eat soya chunks to get maximum protein with a decent taste ? Wash and boil soya chunks in water for 5 minutes and squeeze out the water, chunks are ready to cook.

Can we eat soya without boiling? ›

No, you should not. Better alternatives will be to not eat soy chunks at all, but if you have to eat it, eat it after soaking and boiling, and discard the soaking and boiling water.

What is made of soya chunks? ›

Soya chunks or chunks are made of soy flour, which is a by-product of soy oil extraction. qualities, soy chunks, and related food products became popular all over the world. It has the same protein content as meat, and also similar chewy in texture. They are also free from cholesterol.

What is soya chunks in Chinese? ›

Soya Chunks (黃豆粒)

What contains soya chunks? ›

02/6​What are soya chunks made of? Soya chunks are made using soy flour that has been 'defatted' or the oil is removed. They are the byproducts left after extracting soybean oil and have a rough texture when left dry. The texture quickly changes to soft and spongy as soon as submerged in warm water or added to gravy.

What are soya chunks also known as? ›

Textured or texturized vegetable protein (TVP), also known as textured soy protein (TSP), soy meat, or soya chunks, is a defatted soy flour product, a by-product of extracting soybean oil. It is often used as a meat analogue or meat extender.

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