Schani Soya Minced 250 gm

Schani Soya Minced (250?g) — what it is, why people use it, how to cook it/use it, and what to expect.

?? What is Soya Mince

Soya mince is a form of Textured Soy Protein (TSP/TVP) — made from defatted soy flour that is processed (extrusion + drying) to produce a dried, shelf?stable product with a fibrous/“meaty” texture.

When rehydrated, it closely resembles minced meat in texture — making it popular as a vegetarian/vegan meat substitute.

?? Nutrition & Health Profile

Soya mince offers a number of nutritional and dietary benefits compared with many other protein sources:

High in plant?based protein — many textured soy products deliver ??50–52?g protein per 100?g dry.

Low in fat and zero cholesterol, because it's made from defatted soy flour.

Good dietary fibre and complex carbohydrates (depending on brand and processing), making it filling and more digestion?friendly than pure refined carbs.

Cholesterol?free and plant?based — suitable for vegetarians, vegans, and people looking to reduce consumption of animal products or saturated fats.
Because of this mix — high protein + low fat + fibre + no cholesterol — soya mince is often considered a healthy, meat?alternative protein source.
?? How to Use / Cook / Prepare

Using soya mince is straightforward. Typical steps:

Rehydrate — Add boiling (or hot) water / broth to the dry mince, let it soak for 5?15 minutes until it absorbs water and softens. For dishes with enough liquid (curries, gravies), you may skip pre?soaking; it will absorb liquid as it cooks.
Squeeze/Drain (if soaked) — After soaking, drain excess water and gently squeeze before adding to your recipe (so it absorbs sauces and spices better).

Use like minced meat — It can replace minced meat in a wide variety of dishes — curries, keema, pasta sauces, stir?fries, wraps, burger patties, lasagne, etc.

Season & cook — Add spices, sauces, vegetables as you would in regular recipes. Because soya mince is bland by itself, it absorbs flavour well.
Some popular uses:

Vegetarian “keema” / curry / sabzi

Pasta?sauce / Bolognese (with tomato base)

Stir?fries / fried rice / Chinese?style dishes

Patties / burgers / wraps (as meat?free filling)

Soups, stews, mixed vegetable + protein dishes

? What’s Good / Advantages

High protein & low fat: Great for vegetarians / vegans / anyone reducing animal protein or saturated fat intake.

Meat?like texture: Works as a replacement for meat — useful for those who want similar texture without meat.

Versatile & easy to store: Dried soya mince has long shelf life, light weight, and once rehydrated can be used in many recipes.

Affordable & convenient: Typically cheaper and more accessible than many meats or processed meat alternatives; good for daily cooking.

Sustainable & health?conscious option: Because it’s plant?based, low?fat, and nutrient?rich — suitable for balanced diet and heart?health considerations.

?? What to Keep in Mind / Limitations

On its own, bland in taste/ flavour — you need to season well (spices, sauces, etc.) for good taste.

Rehydration required — dry mince cannot be used raw; needs soaking or cooking with sufficient liquid.

Not a perfect meat substitute in nutrition — though high in protein and fibre, some essential nutrients (e.g. certain vitamins, fats) found in animal meat may be missing; balance with other foods is important.

For people with soy allergy, obviously it’s not suitable.

After rehydration, it should be used promptly or stored appropriately (refrigerated if leftover) — like other hydrated products.

?? Who / When It’s Best For

Soya mince is especially useful if you:

Eat vegetarian or mostly plant?based diet, but want good protein intake.

Want a meat?like texture in dishes without using meat — eg. vegetarian “keema,” burgers, pasta sauces.

Cook budget?friendly, nutritious meals regularly — for families or individuals looking for protein?rich, low?cost options.

Want to reduce saturated fat and cholesterol intake, or maintain heart?healthy diet.

Are looking for versatile, easy?to-store protein source — good for busy people, quick cooking, or backup pantry supply.