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Malai Soya Chaap
Serves 4
50 mins
126 Kcal
Malai Soya Chaap is one of the staple vegetarian North Indian recipes famed for its rich, creamy texture and flavours. Soya chaap is made from soybeans and flour, making it a rich source of protein; it is prepared to resemble meat in texture, and sometimes, it acts as a substitute for vegetarian versions of the traditional Indian kebabs and curries. In Malai Soya Chaap, the chaap pieces are marinated in a gravy-like mix of cream, yoghurt, spices, and herbs, which gives the characteristic creamy, mild taste. Preparation usually begins with soya chaap sticks, cut into bite-sized pieces and then marinated. It is usually garnished with freshly chopped coriander and served with green chutney, sliced onions, and lemon wedges. This dish goes nicely with naan, roti, or even rice. Malai Soya Chaap is a favourite dish among vegetarians who desire a filling and nutritious dish with a rich and indulgent taste. Its unique texture and mild spicing make it a great starter or main course for festive occasions or just family gatherings and dinners. Malai Soya Chaap is a completely healthy counterpart of meat, as it gives tremendous amounts of protein, fibre, and essential vitamins.
Ingredients required for Malai Soya Chaap
- 4-6 soya chaaps
- 3 1/2 tbsp fresh cream
- 1/2 cup hung yoghurt
- 2 tbsp mustard oil
- 1/4 tsp green cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp gram flour
- 1/4 tsp red chilli powder
- 1/4 tsp white pepper powder
- 1/4 tsp kasuri methi powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- Onion
- Salt
- Chaat masala
- Lemon juice
- Green chilli
- Fresh mint leaves
- Capsicum
- Butter
Cooking steps for Malai Soya Chaap
- 1Let's make the recipe of soya chaap by first preparing the marinade.
- 2In a big bowl, take 1/2 cup of hung yoghurt.
- 3Add two tablespoons of mustard oil to the yoghurt; this gives a robust, tangy flavour to the marinade.
- 4Then add one tablespoon of roasted gram flour, also known as besan, which helps bind the marinade and gives a nutty flavour.
- 5Add ¼ teaspoon white pepper powder, green cardamom powder, and yellow chilli powder. This is added to give a mildly aromatic flavour to the marinade. Kasuri methi must be added in ¼ teaspoon amount along with ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder for colour and salt for the taste.
- 6Add two tablespoons of fresh cream and 11/2 tablespoons of fresh malai.
- 7Mix well till it gets a smooth, creamy consistency.
- 8Add the soya chips into the marinade, mix well, and ensure that every piece is fairly coated with the spice mixture.
- 9Let the soya chaap marinate for 10-15 minutes to absorb all the flavours from the marinade. Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
- 10Spread the marinated soya chaaps on a baking tray. Put the tray in the oven and bake the soya chaaps for 15-20 minutes. To keep the soya chaaps moist and flavorful, baste them with melted butter halfway through baking.
- 11After 20 minutes, the soya chaaps will turn golden brown and cook through.
- 12Take them out of the oven and let them cool slightly.
- 13Spread a layer of mint mayo on the soya chaap.
- 14Add onion rings over the chaap and squeeze fresh lemon juice for a tangy taste. Top it with a few chopped green chillies and some chaat masala sprinkled on top for that savoury spice flavour.
- 15Top it with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing flavour
- 16Your recipe of soya chaap is ready.