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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

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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

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.

Do soya chunks need to 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.

How do you know when soya chunks are cooked? ›

After about 20 minutes, check the soya chunks to see if they're expanded and soft. You can then run them under cold water and squeeze out the excess liquid. If they aren't soft and expanded, give them another 5 minutes and then check them again.

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.

What can we use instead of soy sauce in Manchurian? ›

12 Soy Sauce Substitutes
  • Avoiding soy.
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  • Maggi seasoning sauce.
  • Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce.
  • Ohsawa White Nama shoyu sauce.
  • Bragg Liquid Aminos.
  • 6 Sauces to make at home.
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How do you get the bad taste out of soya chunks? ›

- Add ghee in a pan and add Soya chunks. - Roast them on a low flame for few mins. - Turn off the gas and shift them in a bowl or any. container.

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.

Does boiling soya chunks reduce protein? ›

3. Does Boiling Soya Chunks Reduce Protein? Boiling soya chunks does not reduce their protein content significantly, as most of the soya chunk's protein is contained within the structure of the chunks and is not lost during cooking.

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.

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.

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.

What is the best way to consume soya chunks? ›

Since it is flavorless mostly, you can simply boil it and mix it with spices of your choice and eat it. Moreover, these meat-like-tasting small chunks can be added to almost anything. Be it pulao or a simple potato curry, small soya chunks can be a great addition to anything.

Can soya chunks go bad? ›

Soya Chunks is 52% Protein and 99% Fat Free. Impeccable Taste and Quality. Healthy Food for Healthy Life. Store in cool and dry place, Shelf Life: 12 Months.

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? ›

Soya chunks are derived from soya bean which is scientifically known as Glycine max belonging to the pea family (Fabaceae). Past reports of the cultivation of soybean started in Asia and US being the largest grower of the crop now. Soybeans, part of the legume species, contain proteins.

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. It is quick to cook, with a protein content comparable to some meats.

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