Looking for a street style Indo-Chinese recipe that is nutritious & delicious? Our Chinese Style Soya Stir Fry recipe is all you need. It is a perfect blend of tasty nutritious flavours, inspired by the classical flavours of an Indo- Chinese recipe.
Soya chunk stir fry Chinese style is packed with the goodness of soya chunks, crunchy vegetables & bold sauces. Soya Beans or Soya Chunks are an excellent source of plant-based protein. They contain a high amount of protein, fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and low saturated fat, each of which promotes heart health, making this a high protein stir fry. Additionally, soya chunks also contain phytoestrogens called iso-flavones, which may help ease menopause symptoms. They thus prevent diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and some types of cancer.
This healthy soya chunk stir fry is made with minimal oil, making it a low oil Chinese dish. All ingredients of the stir fry are naturally vegan; therefore, it’s a great recipe for vegan Chinese stir fry. It’s a quick stir fry recipe, that is ready in minutes & prefect for your busy lifestyle.
Why you’ll love this recipe-
- Indo – Chinese recipe that is tasty, delicious & nutritious.
- Vegan, gluten free, high protein, high fibre & loaded with micronutrients.
- Ideal weight loss high protein meal
Ingredients
- Soya Chunks – 40 to 50 grams
- Diced Onion – ½ Medium
- Diced Bell Peppers – ½ Medium
- Diced Carrot – 1 Small
- Chopped Spring Onion – 1 Small
- Chopped Garlic – ½ Teaspoon
- Chopped Ginger – ½ tsp Teaspoon
- Soy Sauce – 1 Tablespoon
- Chilli Sauce – 2 Tablespoons
- Coriander Leaves – Finely Chopped
- Pepper Powder – ¼ Teaspoon
- Water
- Oil – 2 Teaspoons
- Salt – As Per Taste
Method
- Soak soya chunks for 10 minutes in boiling water.
- Heat oil in a pan, add ginger, garlic, and salt, and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
- Sauté the onion until translucent. Add the other vegetables, except for spring onion greens, and stir fry for 4 – 5 minutes.
- Squeeze the soaked soya chunks and add them to the kadhai
- Now add chili sauce, soy sauce, salt, and pepper to it and stir fry it for 2 – 3 minutes
- Sprinkle the greens of the spring onion & coriander over it and serve.
Pro Tips
- Pre soak the soya chunks well – Soak the soya chunks for 10-15mins in hot water, to soften them & remove the raw chunk smell.
- Squeeze the soya chunks properly – After soaking, squeeze the soya chunks properly, this helps them soak up more flavour from the masala.
- Top up with vegetables – Add vegetables like cabbage, beans and broccoli to boost the fibre content & to add extra flavour and texture.
- Do not overcook the vegetable – For that street style Indo-Chinese feel, gently stir fry the vegetable and keep it crunchy.
- Use fresh ginger garlic paste – Fresh paste helps enhance the flavour & aroma of the dish.
FAQs
- Is this soya chunk stir fry – Chinese style recipe good for weight loss?
Absolutely! This recipe is packed with protein & fibre that keeps you full for longer, helps reduce cravings; therefore, it helps in shedding those extra pounds.
- Is this Indo – Chinese recipe vegan & gluten free?
This soya chunk stir fry – Chinese style is made with ingredients like soya chunks & vegetables which are naturally vegan & gluten free.
- Is this high protein vegetarian stir fry good for diabetes?
Yes, Soya chunks are a great source of protein & fibre, which helps lower blood sugar levels & decrease insulin resistance; therefore, it’s good for diabetes.
- Is this soya chunk stir fry – Chinese style good for muscle building?
Yes, this recipe is packed with soya chunks which is an excellent source of protein & essential amino acid – important for muscle building and repair.
- Is this low oil Chinese dish an easy tiffin recipe?
Absolutely! This is a quick stir fry recipe which is ready in minutes, stays fresh for a few hours & saves time on those busy mornings.
- What other vegetables can I add to this healthy soya chunks recipe?
You can add vegetables like broccoli, beans, cabbage, mushrooms to this healthy soya chunk recipe. This adds more texture, flavour & nutrition to this recipe.
- Can I meal prep & store this vegan stir fry recipe?
Yes, it can be meal prepped and stored in an airtight container for 2-3days.
