Soya Chunks 65 | Soya Fry

Soya Chunks 65 is a mouthwatering vegetarian snack dish that is super easy to prepare. This flavourful and protein-rich snack combines the soft texture of soya chunks with a mildly spicy, crunchy coating that’s sure to impress everyone. If you love meal maker, do try my Soya Chunks Pulao recipe. Can be made easily in your pressure cooker.

Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course, Soya 65 is always a kids’ favourite at parties and potluck. I also love serving it with Curry Leaves Rice or Vendakai Rice as a side dish.

Soya chunks , also known as meal maker has become a staple in many vegetarian and vegan diets. Their ability to absorb flavours makes it an excellent base for this dish. When prepared as “soya 65,” the soya chunks are marinated in a blend of spices and flour, and deep-fried to golden perfection, resulting in a snack that’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

Soya chunks fry tastes the best when served with a side of mint chutney, tomato ketchup, or lemon wedges to enhance the flavours.

Why you will love this Soya Chunks 65 recipe?

Customizable: This meal maker 65 recipe can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences, whether you like it extra spicy or mild.

Quick and easy: With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can prepare this tasty snack in no time.

Budget-friendly: Soya chunks are an affordable protein source, making this recipe economical without compromising on taste.

Crowd-pleaser: The crispy texture and taste make it a hit at parties and gatherings.

How to make Crispy Soya Chunks 65?

Add enough water to a pan, along with some salt. Boil the water well. Switch off. Add soya chunks to the water, close the pan and let it rest for 15 minutes.

The soya chunks should be cooked and must turn soft. Switch off and strain the water. Rinse the soya chunks with cold water and squeeze any extra water out of the cooked soya chunks. 

Into a mixing bowl add chilli powder, Kashmiri chilli powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, ginger garlic paste, garam masala, rice flour, besan flour, the required amount of salt, and lemon juice and mix well. Add the cooked soya chunks to the bowl and gently mix them.

Sprinkle some water to coat all the masalas on the soya chunks evenly. Soya should be well coated with the masalas. Otherwise, it will not taste good. Let this mixture sit for 15 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan on a medium flame. Once the oil is hot enough, add the soya chunks little by little. Do not overcrowd the pan. Fry them till they turn crispy and golden brown on all sides.

Finally, fry some curry leaves in the same oil till they turn crispy. Add it to the fried meal maker. 

Serve the soya chunks 65 as a starter/appetizer with chutney or sauce on the side. Soya 65 can also be served as a side dish for rice varieties.

Tips for making the perfect Soya 65

Proper soaking: Ensure you soak the soya chunks properly to achieve the right texture. They should be soft and well cooked.

Squeeze out excess water: After boiling, make sure to squeeze out as much water as possible to help the chunks absorb the marination.

Oil temperature: Maintain the right oil temperature for crispy results. If the oil is too hot, the outside will burn before the inside cooks. Make sure to deep fry on a medium flame till the meal maker turns golden brown.

Batch frying: Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying. Fry in small batches for even cooking and crispiness.

Serve immediately: Soya chunks 65 tastes best when served hot and crispy.

Serving Suggestions

As an appetizer: Serve the meal maker 65 with mint chutney or tomato ketchup as a delicious starter.

Side dish: Pair meal maker fry with pulao, sambar rice, rasam rice or any variety rice like tomato rice or coriander rice for a complete meal.

Party snack: Serve soya 65 as a snack at gatherings or parties.