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Soya Keema Matar Masala

North Indian-style dry-masala keema made with rehydrated soy chunks and green peas in an onion-based spice mix. A vegan protein alternative to mutton keema matar.

Time 55 min · Serves 3 · 186 kcal · North India, Multiple States

Ingredients

Garnish

Main

Method

  1. To begin making Soya Keema Matar Masala, soak the soya chunks in hot water for about 30 minutes until softened.
  2. Drain and squeeze out all the excess water from the soya chunks, then coarsely crumble or pulse them to a keema-like texture and keep aside. Heat the oil in a kadhai on medium heat.
  3. Add the finely chopped onions, ginger, garlic and green chillies and cook till the onions turn soft and golden. Add the turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, sugar and salt; mix well and cook for about 15 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the green peas, mix into the masala, cover and cook for 4-5 minutes until the peas are tender, sprinkling a little warm water if it gets too dry.
  5. Add the crumbled soya keema and mix thoroughly so every piece is coated in the masala. Cook uncovered on medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until the soya has absorbed the spices and the mixture is semi-dry.
  6. Check the salt and spices and adjust to taste. Turn off the heat, garnish the Soya Keema Matar Masala with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or steamed rice.

Common questions

Soya Keema Matar Masala ko English mein kya kehte hain?
सोया कीमा मटर मसाला ko English mein Soya Keema Matar Masala likhte hain.
Ek plate Soya Keema Matar Masala mein kitni calories hoti hain?
186 kcal per plate.
Kitna time lagta hai?
55 min lagta hai — 30 min taiyari, 25 min pakana.

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