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soya aloo matar

Nutritious Soya Granules Aloo Matar (TVP Potato Peas Curry)

Jyoti Behrani
Soya Granules Aloo Matar: A flavorful and protein-packed Indian dish combining soya granules, potatoes, and green peas in a fragrant blend of spices. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup soya granules TVP
  • 2 cups hot water for soaking
  • 2 medium-sized potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup green peas fresh or frozen
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes chopped
  • 1- inch piece of ginger grated
  • 1-2 green chilies chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 Black Cardamom Pod
  • 4 cloves
  • 1 Star Anise
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 cups water
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoon Oil for cooking
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
  • Lemon Juice (Optional)

Instructions
 

Rehydrate The Soya Granules

  • Place the soya granules in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for about 15-20 minutes until they become soft. Drain the water and squeeze out any excess moisture from the granules.

Stovetop Soya Aloo Matar

  • Note: You can skip Step 2 - Step 4, and use homemade Bhuna Masala to make this soya aloo matar curry. You'll need 1 cup of homemade Bhuna Masala, soya, potato, peas, water, and salt to taste.
  • Heat oil in a pan or pot over medium heat. Add whole spices, cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  • Add chopped onions and sauté until they become light brown in color.
  • Add chopped tomatoes, ginger, green chili and cook until they turn soft and the oil starts to separate.
  • Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook the spices for a minute or two.
  • Add the cubed potatoes and mix them with the spices. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the potatoes start to soften.
  • Add the rehydrated soya granules and green peas to the pan. Mix everything together.
  • Add a little water to the mixture, cover the pan, and let the dish simmer on low heat. Stir occasionally to ensure that nothing sticks to the bottom of the pan. If needed, you can add more water during the cooking process.
  • Once the potatoes and peas are cooked through, add garam masala, lemon juice (optional) and give it a final mix.
  • Check the seasoning and adjust salt and spices according to your taste.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Instant Pot Soya Aloo Matar Curry

  • Note: You can skip Step 2 - Step 4, and use homemade Bhuna Masala to make this dal with just 4 simple ingredients. You'll need ¾ cup of homemade Bhuna Masala, soaked Urad dal, water, and salt to taste.
  • Press the "Saute" button on your Instant Pot. Once it's hot, add oil, whole spices and cumin seeds. Let the cumin seeds splutter.
  • Add chopped onions and sauté until they become light brown in color.
  • Add chopped tomatoes, ginger, green chili and cook until they turn soft and the oil starts to separate.
  • Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook the spices for a minute.
  • Add the cubed potatoes and mix them with the spices. Cook for about 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the rehydrated soya granules and green peas to the Instant Pot. Mix everything together.
  • Add 2 cups of water and give it a good stir.
  • Close the Instant Pot with the lid and make sure the steam release valve is set to the "Sealing" position.
  • Cancel the "Sauté" mode and select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" mode. Set the timer for 4 minutes at high pressure.
  • Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for about 5 minutes, and then carefully perform a quick pressure release for the remaining steam.
  • Open the lid and add garam masala and lemon juice (optional). Mix well.
  • Check the seasoning and adjust salt and spices according to your taste.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Notes

For Stovetop pressure cooking, follow the recipe as discussed for Instant Pot. After the first whistle, reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes, followed by natural pressure release. 
Please refer to the post for the following:
  1. Tips For Nutritious Soya Granules Aloo Matar
  2. Substitutions
  3. Variations
  4. Storage

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Nutritious Soya Granules Aloo Matar (TVP Potato Peas Curry)
Amount per Serving
Calories
220
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.1
g
1
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.2
g
Sodium
 
73
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
768
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
 
38
g
13
%
Fiber
 
10
g
42
%
Sugar
 
9
g
10
%
Protein
 
17
g
34
%
Vitamin A
 
947
IU
19
%
Vitamin C
 
48
mg
58
%
Calcium
 
127
mg
13
%
Iron
 
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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