Savory Soya Skewers: A High-Protein Vegetarian Appetizer
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About Savory Soya Skewers: A High-Protein Vegetarian Appetizer
These savory soya skewers are a fantastic high-protein vegetarian appetizer, perfect for parties or a quick weeknight snack. They're packed with flavor and surprisingly easy to make, using readily available ingredients. I developed this recipe as a delicious and healthy alternative to meat skewers, showcasing the versatility of soya.Soya is a nutritional powerhouse, a great source of protein and essential nutrients, making it a perfect meat substitute. This recipe uses soya flakes as a base, combined with peas, paneer, and a vibrant blend of spices to create a truly memorable taste experience.Get ready to impress your guests with these flavorful skewers! They're quick to prepare and grill beautifully, resulting in a slightly smoky and intensely satisfying snack.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Soya Mixture
- 2 cup Soya Flakes
- 1 cup Peas fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup Cottage Cheese grated
- 1/4 cup Oatmeal rolled oats
- 1 Onion finely chopped, medium-sized
- 1 Carrot finely grated
- 2 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
- 2 Chilies finely chopped, green
- 1 tbsp Garam Masala
- 1 tbsp Pepper black, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp Coriander finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Chaat Masala
Instructions
Prepare the Soya Mixture
- Soak soya flakes in hot water for 5 minutes. Drain well.
- Boil peas until softened. Drain.
- Combine the soaked soya flakes, boiled peas, and grated paneer in a food processor. Pulse for 5 seconds until coarsely minced. Do not over-process.
- In a large bowl, combine the minced soya mixture with the onion, carrot, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, oatmeal, garam masala, black pepper, coriander, chaat masala, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
Shape and Grill the Skewers
- Let the mixture rest for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Lightly grease your hands with olive oil.
- Shape the soya mixture into oblong pieces suitable for your skewers. Thread the mixture onto the skewers.
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Brush the skewers lightly with olive oil. Grill in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, and brushing with oil to ensure even browning.
Serve
- Sprinkle with extra chaat masala. Serve hot, optionally with small pieces of raw onion and your favorite chutney.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Soya Skewers
- For extra flavor, marinate the soya mixture for longer – up to 30 minutes – before skewering.
- If you don't have an oven, you can grill these skewers on a barbecue or in a grill pan.
- Feel free to experiment with other vegetables; bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms would all be delicious additions.
- Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 102mgPotassium: 201mgFiber: 13gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2847IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 311mgIron: 6mg
Monika Patel
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Wow, this looks fantastic!
This looks so inviting! I’m eager to try it.
This looks so appetizing! Thank you.
Perfect dish! Can’t wait to cook it.
Your recipes are driven by health which I personally like a lot. The idea of using very less olive oil is always interesting as deep frying just scares me 🙂
Good