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    Home style Soya chaap curry | Soya chaap masala

    4th August 2023 by bhavana bhatia Leave a Comment

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    Soya Chaap, which originated in South Asia, has become increasingly popular as a vegan alternative to meat dishes. It is now a common street food in northern India and even has restaurant chains dedicated to this one ingredient. Soya Chaap, is made from soybean chunks, is a perfect example of how Indian cuisine can cater to both vegetarians and meat lovers, offering a delicious option as a main course or side dish.

    This protein-rich dish boasts a unique smoky flavor, thanks to the marination process, making it an ideal addition to any Indian curry recipes for a lavish dinner. Let’s dive into the enticing world of Soya Chaap and explore how you can savor this delightful vegan protein option in your very own kitchen.Soya chunks manchurian, soya meal maker pulao,soya biryani and soya curls taco are 3 interesting recipes apart from Soya chap curry. You can also make tandoori soya chaap in air fryer.

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    soya chaap curry
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    • What is soya chaap ?
    • How to make soya chaap in airfryer? (recipe video)
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Related recipes
    • soya chapp curry | Punjabi soya chaap masala recipe

    What is soya chaap ?

    It is made after mixing different flours sources from soya beans & wheat . it is a good source of  Its ready available in canned tins in Indian grocery store. They are also sometimes available as frozen .The easy way to prepare a curry from these include frying small pieces of soya chaap and then cooking them in a soya chaap gravy , that is made of onions, tomatoes and spices. soy chunks is also a delicious vegan protein option. You can add it to simple curries like lauki and even pulao.

    You have seen this dish in North India especially Delhi-NCR in various variants. From Afghani chap, tandoori soya chaap to malai soya chaap. However, the main issue with takeaways is the oil and fat content added to make it flavorful. By making it at home you can make this dish healthier.

    How to make soya chaap in airfryer? (recipe video)

    Ingredients

    Soya Chap curry requires a delightful blend of spices and herbs to achieve its mouthwatering taste. You’ll need:

    See recipe card for quantities.

    • Soya chap sticks ( I have used the full tin)
    • Onions
    • tomatoes
    • Cumin seeds
    • Ginger garlic paste
    • oil

    Spices

    • Turmeric powder
    • Red chili powder
    • Coriander powder
    • Green chilies
    • Coriander leaves
    soya chaap can from market

    Instructions

    Soya Chaap, a popular dish in Indian cuisine, requires a simple process to be created. This intricate process involves several steps, beginning with marination and then proceeding to cooking. Follow these easy steps to savor this delightful vegan protein option in less time.

    soya chaap recipe step 1

    Remove the popsicle stick from soya sticks, Cut soy chap in medium size pieces

    soya chaap recipe step 2

    Brush oil/toss oil on the soya pieces.

    soya chaap recipe step 3

    In a preheated air fryer, cook the pieces for 14-15 minutes @180C | 355F.

    soya chaap recipe step 4

    Heat oil in pan/instant pot, add cumin seeds, let it crackle. Add onions and ginger. Let it cook until soft over medium heat. Add chopped tomatoes. Once the tomatoes have softened, add the remaining spices.

    soya chaap recipe step 5

    Let it simmer for 5-6 mins until it is ready and all flavors come together. Add 2 cup of water

    soya chaap recipe step 6

    Mix the fried soya pieces with the onion and tomato mix Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve it with jeera rice or Indian flatbreads like tandoori roti, roomali roti, naan or plain roti.

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    soya chapp curry | Punjabi soya chaap masala recipe

    Easy soya chaap curry with canned soya chaap and onion & tomato sauce. Learn to make this yummy curry at home and avoid a takeaway.
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time35 minutes mins
    Total Time1 hour hr
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Indian
    Keyword: soya chaap masala, soya chap curry
    Servings: 4
    Author: bhavana bhatia

    Equipment

    • Air fryer
    • pan
    • Food processor

    Ingredients

    • 800 gms Soya chaap 1 tin of soya chaap
    • 1 large onion
    • 3 medium tomatoes
    • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, garlic
    • 4 teaspoon Olive oil 2 tablespoon for air frying, 2 tablespoon for curry. For deep frying more oil is required.

    Spices

    • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 1 teaspoon red chili powder or as per taste
    • ½ tbsp. coriander powder
    • 1 teaspoon garam masala or as per taste
    • Salt as per taste

    Spice - variation

    • ½ tablespoon curry powder
    • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder or as per taste

    Instructions

    • Remove the wooden sticks from the soy chap. Cut soy chap in medium size pieces

    To air fry soya pieces

    • Brush oil/toss oil on the soya pieces.
    • Preheat the airfryer at 180C/355F.
    • In a preheated air fryer, cook the pieces for 14-15 minutes @180C | 355F.

    To fry soya chap pieces

    • Heat oil in pan, you may sauté the soya pieces in 3-4 tbsp. oil or deep fry them.

    For soya chap curry

    • Heat oil in pan/instant pot, add cumin seeds, let it crackle. Add onions and ginger. Let it cook until soft over medium heat.
    • Add chopped tomatoes,Once the tomatoes have softened, add the remaining spices.
    • Let it simmer for 5-6 mins until it is ready and all flavors come together.Add 2 cups of water
    • Mix the fried soya pieces with the onion and tomato mix.
    • Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes
    • Garnish with coriander leaves.

    Video

    Substitutions & Variations

    • If you are someone who prefers a less spicy flavor, then you can decrease the quantity of red chilly powder and green chilies used in the recipe.
    • If you are looking for a healthier way to prepare Soya Chaap, you might want to consider air frying or shallow frying it.
    • You may add black pepper powder , Whole spices / garam masala powder or any other spices of your choice
    • You can also make tandoori soya chaap recipe by cooking marinated soya chaap in a curry base.
    • I also like to add kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) at the end. It balances the sweet and sour flavors.
    • You can also add green chillies if you want to make the curry more spicy.

    Equipment

    • Air fryer
    • pan / large skillet
    • food processor optional

    Storage

    Avoid keeping the uncooked soya chaap in the fridge. Cook it in the airfryer/deep fryer and then you can store it for a week. Cooked soya chaap curry can also be store in an airtight container in the fridge for a 3-4 days.

    Top tip

    The soya chaap that is available in cans, need to be cooked (deep fried/air fried/saute) before you can add them to a gravy. the gravy can be vegan or vegetarian depending on the taste.

    FAQ

    Can I find soya chaap in an Indian grocery store?

    Yes, you can find ready-made soya chap curry in most Indian grocery stores. They are available in sealed cans.

    Does soya chaap contain maida?

    Yes, it is 60% soy and some tins have 40% plain flour ( all purpose flour ). Although some varieties do mention using wholewheat flour.

    Which country made soya chaap?

    It was introduced in India by a company, Ramesh Chander and Sons. They developed a process to create a meat like texture from soybeans & wheat flour. soya chaap. Chaap is the Hindi word for meat.

    Conclusion: soya chaap sabji is a mock meat curry with delicious flavors. Pair it with your favorite flatbread and enjoy the flavors of Indian cooking.

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    Hi,I am Bhavana & this is my wonderland of recipes.I have been in IT for 15+ years have always loved writing.My husband Gaurav & I,love to cook, click & host people

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