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Thanjavur Rural Rooftop Soya Ghee Roast
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Thanjavur Rural Rooftop Soya Ghee Roast

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Thanjavur Rural cooking — Thanjavur Rural Rooftop Soya Ghee Roast brings a rooftop touch with a classic ghee roast finish. About 36 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 11 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Soya Chunks1.5 cups, boiled

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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