How to cook Soya Chunks | How to cook Meal Maker
Soya chunks, also called as meal maker, are one of the easiest vegetarian proteins you can cook at home. They come in small and big sizes, and once cooked they turn soft, spongy and perfect for adding into gravies, rice or even rolls. It saves time when I want to make a quick curry or pulao.
Servings1
Ingredients
Method 1:
- 1 cup big soya chunks
- 3 cups water
- 1 tablespoon milk
- salt to taste
Method 2:
- 1 cup small soya chunks
- 3 cups water
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil water + milk in a pan till it bubbles up rigorously.
- Add soya chunks, cook for 2mins.
- Switch off and add the soya chunks and let it aside for few mins for it to grow in size.
- Rinse it in cold water for at least 2-3 times, strain and squeeze excess water.
- Soya Chunks is ready to cook.
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Notes
- Rinse well – I always rinse cooked soya chunks in cold water at least 2 to 3 times, it removes the smell completely.
- Squeeze fully – After rinsing, squeeze out water fully using your hands, else the chunks will taste bland in gravy.
- Cut big chunks – If you are using big size soya, chop them into half before adding into recipe, it mixes better with masala.
- Make soya kheema – Sometimes I pulse the cooked chunks in mixie for 2 seconds, it becomes like minced meat. Good for kheema curry or cutlets.
- Cook only few mins – Do not overcook in boiling water, 4–5 minutes is enough, else they turn rubbery.
Nutrition Facts
How to cook Soya Chunks | How to cook Meal Maker
Amount Per Serving (250 g)
Calories 606
Calories from Fat 5
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.02g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 2mg1%
Sodium 92mg4%
Potassium 23mg1%
Carbohydrates 53g18%
Fiber 30g125%
Sugar 23g26%
Protein 90g180%
Vitamin A 24IU0%
Calcium 656mg66%
Iron 20mg111%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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