Soya Keema Pav Recipe
Soya Keema pav is a delicious and vegetarian twist on the classic keema pav recipe. Instead of using minced meat, I used soya granules as a meat substitute, making a perfect texture of keema for vegetarians and vegans. This dish is equally flavourful and tasty, offering rich, spicy and protein packed filling served with soft buttery pav buns.
Equipment
- Kadai or Wok
Ingredients
- 1 cup soya granules
- 1 large sized onion chopped
- 2-3 large sized tomatoes chopped
- 1/3 cup green peas
- 1-2 green chilies chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
- 1 tsp pav bhaji masala
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 3-4 black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 2-3 cloves
- 1 tsp kasuri methi
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp coriander leaves chopped
For Pav
- 4-6 buns
- Butter for toasting
Instructions
For Soya Keema
- Boil or soak the soya granules in hot water with salt for about 15-20 minutes or until they become soft. Then squeeze out excess water and keep aside.
- Heat oil and butter in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and the oil starts to separate.
- Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, ground coriander, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
- Add the boiled granules and mix everything together. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add ½ cup of water and cover and cook for 10-15 mintues.
- Adjust the seasoning and spices according to your taste. If the mixture seems dry, you can add a splash of water.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lemon juice and remove from heat.
To Pav or Bun
- Slit the pav buns horizontally, leaving one edge attached to form a hinge.
- Heat a little butter in a pan over medium heat. Toast the pav buns on the cut side until they are golden and slightly crisp.
To Serve:
- Open the toasted pav buns and place a generous portion of the prepared soya keema inside.
- Serve hot with your favorite chutney, such as mint chutney or tamarind chutney.
- Enjoy your delicious Soya Keema Pav!