Healthy Peri-Peri Soya Chunks — 30 g

Makes: 1 serving
Soya chunks: 30 g dry

Ingredients

• Soya chunks – 30 g
• Thick yogurt – 1 tbsp
• Peri-peri seasoning – 1 tsp
• Kashmiri chilli powder – ¼ tsp
• Garlic paste – ½ tsp
• Lemon juice – 1 tsp
• Black pepper – ¼ tsp
• Salt – as needed
• Coriander – 1 tbsp
• Oil – ½ tsp (optional)

👩‍🍳 Method

1. Boil the soya chunks in water for 5–7 minutes.
2. Drain, rinse and squeeze out the water very well. This is important for better texture.
3. Mix yogurt, peri-peri seasoning, garlic, chilli powder, pepper, lemon juice and salt.
4. Add the squeezed soya chunks and coat well.
5. Rest for 15–20 minutes. You can also refrigerate it overnight.
6. Heat a non-stick pan. Add the marinated soya.
7. Cook on medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. For a slightly crispy finish, cook uncovered for another 2–3 minutes. Add ½ tsp oil if desired.
9. Finish with coriander and a little lemon juice.

❄️ Advanced Prep

Night before: Boil → squeeze → marinate → refrigerate.

At mealtime: Simply pan-cook for about 8 minutes.

💡 For a more filling meal: Add sautéed capsicum, onion and broccoli to the same pan without significantly increasing the calories.