Chilli Soya Nuggets Recipe
Chilli Soya Nuggets is a quick and delicious Indo-Chinese style appetizer made using protein-rich soya chunks. These nuggets are first marinated and shallow-fried until golden, then tossed in a sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce with onions, capsicum, and sauces. It’s the perfect balance of texture and flavor slightly crispy outside, juicy inside, and packed with bold flavors. A perfect choice for both kids and adults who enjoy a tasty yet healthy starter. Serve it hot as an evening snack or pair it with fried rice for a wholesome meal. It’s also a great party starter that’s sure to impress your guests!
Equipment
cooking pan
Ingredients
- 1 large Onions peeled & sliced thinly
- 1 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
- 1 no Bell Peppers | Capsicum sliced lengthwise
- 2 no Green Chillies slit
- 2 teaspoon Vinegar or to taste
- 1 tablespoon Green Chilli Sauce or to taste
- 2 tablespoon Tomato Ketchup or to taste
- 1 tablespoon Red Chilli Sauce or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Dark Soya Sauce or to taste
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Ajinomoto optional
For Marination
- 3 cups Soya Chunks / Meal Maker cooked
- 1 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
- 1 tablespoon Red Chilli Powder
- 3 tablespoon Corn Starch
- 3 tablespoon Oil
Instructions
- Pre-Prep: Soak and Marinate the Soya - Start by cooking the soya chunks. Soak them in hot water for 15–20 minutes, then rinse and squeeze out the extra water. Then mix them with ginger-garlic paste, chilli powder, corn flour, and a pinch of salt. This marinade gives the soya its base flavor and coating.
- Frying the Soya Nuggets - In a wide pan, heat a few tablespoons of oil and fry the marinated soya chunks until they’re golden brown. This takes about 7–8 minutes on medium heat. They get a slight crust that tastes amazing when tossed in the sauce later.
- Making the Sauce - In the same pan with leftover oil, add more ginger-garlic paste and onions. Sauté them till soft, then add the capsicum and green chillies. A little salt and sugar go in next, followed by the vinegar and all the sauces, green chilli, red chilli, ketchup, and dark soya sauce. Mix everything well and cook for about 5–6 minutes till it thickens slightly.
- Cooking the Curry - Finally, add in the fried soya nuggets to the sauce and toss everything together till the nuggets are coated well. A quick stir on high flame ensures everything is well mixed, and that’s it, it’s ready to serve!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Chilli Soya Nuggets Recipe
Serving Size
1 servings
Amount per Serving
Calories
384
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.04
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Sodium
229
mg
10
%
Potassium
158
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
34
g
11
%
Fiber
13
g
54
%
Sugar
13
g
14
%
Protein
35
g
70
%
Vitamin A
1233
IU
25
%
Vitamin C
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
247
mg
25
%
Iron
8
mg
44
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.