Soya Chunks Biryani | Meal Maker Biryani Recipe
Soya chunks biryani is a delicious Indian meal made with basmati rice, whole spices, ground spices and herbs. This post shared 2 ways to make meal maker biryani. You may check the post for the other method.
© Swasthi's Recipes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- ½ cup soya chunks (meal maker)
- 2 tablespoons curd (yogurt or 3 tbsp. thick coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- ⅓ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¾ to 1 teaspoon garam masala or biryani masala (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- 2 cups water to cook in pot (1¾ cups for cooker)
Whole spices
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 star anise
- 2 to 3 green cardamom
- 3 cloves
- 2 Inch cinnamon piece
- 1 strand mace (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon shahi jeera or cumin seeds
- 4 black pepper corn (optional)
To grind
- ½ cup mint leaves pudina
- ¼ cup coriander leaves (updated)
- 1 to 2 green chilies
- 1 Inch ginger pieces (Peeled)
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 onion (medium )
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
Prepare Meal Maker
- Soak soya chunks in warm water till they soften, squeeze off the excess water,
- Wash with cold water and squeeze to remove excess water, repeat this twice. Make sure there is no water left in the chunks.
- Add mint leaves, coriander leaves, onion, ginger, garlic, green chilies to a grinder. Grind to a smooth paste.
- Marinate the soya chunks with this paste and garam masala. Set aside for at least 15 mins.
- Soak rice for 15 mins and drain off the water and set aside.
How to Make Soya Chunks Biryani
- Heat oil in a pot or cooker. Add whole spices and sauté till you get an aroma for about a minute.
- Add the marinated soya chunks along with the ground paste. Saute on a low heat until the raw flavor in ginger garlic goes away.
- Add curd or coconut milk and turmeric. Mix well. Cook till the mixture leaves the sides of the pan. The moisture evaporates and the masala turns thick.
- Pour water and add salt. Taste test and more if required. Bring water to a rolling boil in a high heat.
- Reduce the heat and add rice. Mix well.
- Cover the pot or cooker. If cooking in a pot, cook covered on a low heat until the rice is fully cooked. If cooking in a pressure cooker, Regulate the flame to medium. Turn off the heat when you hear one whistle. Rest soya chunks biryani for 15 minutes and then fluff up with a fork.
- Serve soya chunks biryani with any raita of your choice.
Nutrition
Calories: 572kcal | Carbohydrates: 110g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 1611mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2210IU | Vitamin C: 179.8mg | Calcium: 553mg | Iron: 17.1mg
