Smoky Soya Chaap Recipe: Delhi-Style Street Snack For Evenings

By Shreya Sarpal

May 24, 2026

Juicy soya chaap coated in thick spicy masala delivers smoky buttery flavours with a slightly chewy texture that feels incredibly indulgent. The charred edges and rich North Indian spices make every bite taste bold, messy, and straight out of a crowded dhaba kitchen.

Ingredients

250 gm soya chaap 2 onions 2 tomatoes 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste 2 green chillies 1/2 cup curd 1 tsp red chilli powder 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp garam masala 2 tbsp butter or oil Salt to taste Coriander leaves for garnish

Step 1

Cut the soya chaap into pieces and lightly roast them in butter or oil until golden on the edges.

Step 2

Blend onions, tomatoes, and green chillies into a smooth masala paste.

Step 3

Heat butter in a pan, add ginger-garlic paste and the prepared masala, then cook until thick and aromatic.

Step 4

Mix in curd, red chilli powder, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt, then cook the gravy well.

Step 5

Add roasted soya chaap pieces, simmer for a few minutes, and garnish with coriander leaves before serving hot.