With the cost of everything going up, putting a delicious and filling meal on the table every night can be a challenge. We all want to give our families the best, but we also need our money to stretch further. What if the secret to hearty, flavour-packed meals was already in your pantry?
Say hello to your new best friend in the kitchen: high-quality soya mince. It’s packed with protein, incredibly versatile, and friendly on your wallet. It’s the smart way to create the meals your family already loves, from quick weeknight suppers to lazy weekend lunches.
Recipe: The Ultimate Creamy Chicken Jaffel
Remember those golden, crispy toasted sandwiches from your childhood? A jaffel is pure comfort food! This recipe uses the delicious TC Nyama Chicken Flavoured Soya Mince to create a creamy, savoury filling that will have everyone asking for more. Perfect for lunchboxes, a quick dinner, or a Saturday treat.
You will need:
- 1 cup TC Nyama Chicken Flavoured Soya Mince
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 cup of boiling water
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
- 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise or cream cheese
- A handful of chopped parsley or coriander (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices of white or brown bread
- Butter or margarine for spreading
Method:
- In a pot or pan, heat the oil and gently fry the chopped onion until soft.
- Add the grated carrot and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in the TC Nyama Chicken Flavoured Soya Mince and the boiling water. Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soya has absorbed the water and is cooked through.
- Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in the mayonnaise (or cream cheese) and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place the bread butter-side down in your jaffel iron.
- Spoon a generous amount of the creamy chicken mince filling onto the bread, close the jaffel iron, and toast over the stove or fire until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Serve hot!
Make It Your Own: Add a slice of cheese with the filling or a dash of your favourite chilli sauce for a bit of a kick!
More Smart & Tasty Meal Ideas
Soya mince is not just for jaffels! Here’s how you can use these other great-value products to feed your family all week long.
- Classic Vetkoek & Mince: For a guaranteed family favourite, prepare the TC Nyama Beef Flavoured Soya Mince (R73) as a rich and savoury filling for vetkoek or amagwinya. It’s also perfect for a quick weekday spaghetti Bolognese.
- Quick Curry Night: Running late? The TC Soya All In One Family Meal – Curry (R74) is your hero. This 500g pack is a complete, flavourful meal base. Just add water and let it simmer. Serve with pap, rice, or fresh bread for a satisfying curry in under 20 minutes. It’s great value and a real time-saver!