Soya Chunks Curry

==Description==
Soya Chunks are rich in fiber and proteins and has a lot of health benefits. It is quick to cook, with a protein content equal to that of meat.
Preparation time : 10min 
Cooking time : 15min
Makes 3 to 4 servings
==Ingredients==
* 12 to 15 Soya chunks 
* 1/2 tsp tamarind paste
* 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
* 2 tsp coriander seeds
* 1 tsp jeera/cumin seeds
* 4-5 red chilies
* 1/2 tsp saunf/fennel seeds
* 3 onions, chopped
* 1 1/2 tomatoes, chopped
* 1/4 cup grated coconut
* 1 tsp mustard seeds
* 4 or 5 curry leaves
* 3 tbsp oil
* salt to taste 
==Directions==
# Boil water in a pan with little salt. Add soya chunks and switch off the flame and keep it in the water for 5 minutes. 
# Drain the water and wash the soya chunks with normal water and squeeze out the water completely. 
# You may cut it into half if you like and keep it aside. 
;Gravy
# Heat 1/2 tsp oil in a pan and add coriander seeds, jeera seeds, fennel seeds, red chilies and saute well. Make sure you turn off the heat before the chilies are burnt. Remove from pan.
# In the same pan, saute the 1 and 1/2 chopped onions until it slightly turns brown.
# Add tomatoes and cook until it gets mushy.
# Add grated coconut and turn off the flame immediately. Allow it to cool.
# Grind both together into a smooth paste and keep it aside.
# Heat Oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. When it starts to crackle add the remaining onions, curry leaves and saute it.
# Add soya chunks.
# Add the grounded paste and saute it for a couple of minutes.
# Add tamarind paste, 1 and 1/2 cup of water and Salt to taste.
# Cook in a slow flame until it thickens.
# Garnish with coriander leaves.
# It can be served with Roti, Dosa and Rice.
Category:Curry Recipes