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Soya Chilli Dry

Recipe by Your Food Lab

A spicy, crispy desi‑Chinese starter made with flavored soy chunks (soya badi) tossed in a tangy chilli sauce. The dish can be fried for extra crunch or kept healthy by skipping the frying step.

MediumIndian ChineseServes 3

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Source Video
7m
Prep
33m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
50m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$5.40
Per serving:$1.80

Critical Success Points

  • Boiling soy chunks until they puff up fully
  • Squeezing out all excess water before coating
  • Maintaining oil temperature at ~170°C for crisp frying
  • Thickening the sauce with a smooth cornstarch slurry

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can cause severe burns; use a thermometer or test with a small piece of bread.
  • Boiling water and steam can cause scalds; handle the pot with oven mitts.

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