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    Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls

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    Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls made with Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce. Butler soy curls are amazing! They’re loaded with protein, are NON-GMO, a great source of fiber and made with whole soybeans. Ready in as little as 10 minutes!

    Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls in pan with wooden spoon.

    Is it chicken? No! Steak? Hell, no! It’s SOY CURLS!!!

    Not a fan of all the fake, expensive and overly processed vegan meats? Me neither. They’re not healthy and are little more than fat filled sodium slabs. So, let’s try something else. Butler Soy Curls!

    These Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls are perfect for making fajitas, BBQ, sandwiches, stir fries, soups, or just eating out of the pan. NO JUDGEMENT HERE. So, let’s make’em.

    Table of Contents

    • What Are Soy Curls?
    • How To Prepare Soy Curls
    • How To Make Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls
    • Where Can I Buy Soy Curls?
    • Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls
    • Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls

    What Are Soy Curls?

    Soy Curls are the whole soybean. They’re minimally processed from non-GMO soybeans without all the chemical pesticides and crap.

    Butler Soy Curls are a delicious low fat, cholesterol free and easy to prepare alternative to meat and meat alternatives. Pure and simple.

    Bag of Butler Soy Curls in bag before making Easy and Quick BBQ Soy Curls.

    How To Prepare Soy Curls

    One of the things I love most about soy curls is how easy they are to prepare. How easy? You simply soak them in a bowl of water for 10 minutes. Done. 

    No, really. That’s it. 

    Soy curls soaking in bowl of water.

    How To Make Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls

    After you’ve soaked the soy curls just drain the water.

    Preheat a nonstick pan over low-medium heat. Add the soy curls, cover with my Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce, and cook until everything is completely heated. 

    How do they taste? Delicious! I LOVE them. Soy curls take on the flavor of whatever you cook them in. And, they have an awesome chewy texture that will satisfy any meat lover. 

    NOTE: I have 5 kids and this is one of their favorite things to eat. 

    Although I used BBQ sauce for this recipe, any of your favorite rubs or seasonings work just as well. So, maybe you start with BBQ sauce but feel free to branch out and get creative. 

    I have a feeling these soy curls will quickly find a place on your weekly menu rotation once you try them. 

    Where Can I Buy Soy Curls?

    Most health food stores carry soy curls. But, I get mine at Amazon and buy them in bulk. They’re cheaper that way.

    Quick and Easy BBQ soy curls in pan being cooked.

    Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls

    You’re going to love these Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls! They’re…

    • Easy to make
    • Healthy
    • Loaded with protein
    • Full of fiber
    • A great meat alternative
    • Minimally processed
    • Incredibly versatile
    • Delicious!

    These Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls make one hell of a sandwich. But, you can also use them to add substance to other dishes like my Quinoa Black Bean Summer Salad.

    Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls in pan with sauce and wooden spoon.

    You know the drill. Like always. If you make this recipe, be sure and let me know! Leave a comment, RATE IT, and tag a photo #shaneandsimple on Instagram.

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    Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls

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    Quick and Easy BBQ Soy Curls made with Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce. Loaded with protein, NON-GMO, a great source of fiber and made with whole soybeans. Ready in as little as 10 minutes!

    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: 8 servings 1x

    Ingredients

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    • Butler Soy Curls (8-ounce bag)
    • 1 batch of Shane & Simple Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce

    Instructions

    1. Place soy curls in a bowl and cover with warm water and let soak for 10 minutes.
    2. While soy curls are soaking preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and prepare Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce.
    3. Drain soy curls, add to skillet and cover with BBQ sauce. Cook for about 10 minutes or until completely heated.
    4. Remove from heat and serve.
    • Author: Shane Martin
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Cook Time: 10 mins
    • Category: Entree
    • Cuisine: Vegan
    • Diet: Vegan

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 155
    • Sugar: 12.2 g
    • Sodium: 408.4 mg
    • Fat: 4.5 g
    • Carbohydrates: 8.8 g
    • Fiber: 3 g
    • Protein: 10 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

    Keywords: vegan, soy curls, barbecue, bbq, vegan bbq, plant-based

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    Comments

    1. Tom Ryan

      November 03, 2022 at 7:19 pm

      So, Shane, I have discovered my favorite way to use this recipe. They are great right out of the pan, and in a sandwich, too. But I discovered that after leaving them in the fridge overnight, they are phenomenal in fried rice and they have the texture and taste of many of the Chinese chicken items. Can’t thank you enough for introducing me to these.

      Reply
    2. Beth Watson

      November 01, 2021 at 2:25 pm

      Have you ever soaked the soy curls in seasoned water? I’m thinking that would add another layer of flavor. Thoughts?

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        November 03, 2021 at 4:53 pm

        Great idea!!!

        Reply
    3. Louise H.

      October 28, 2021 at 7:13 pm

      I finally got a bag of soy curls and made this recipe. It was super easy and we all loved it. I will definitely be making this again. Thank you for the recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        October 28, 2021 at 10:08 pm

        Awesome!

        Reply
    4. Jcb

      January 02, 2021 at 2:46 pm

      Made these recently and husband and I both loved them on a hamburger bun with dill pickle. However after lunching on them three days in a row, I froze the remainder for another day. I hope they freeze well. You sold me on soy curls after trying your pepper steak recipe. Both recipes are easy and quick to make. Thanks.

      ★★★★★

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      • Shane Martin

        January 06, 2021 at 7:32 am

        We LOVE soy curls around here:) I have never frozen them because they don’t usually last that long around our house:) Happy New Year!

        Reply
    5. Leesha

      August 19, 2020 at 7:14 pm

      Closest thing to a real barbecue sandwich we’ve had in a long time. Delicious!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    6. Suzie

      July 27, 2020 at 2:25 pm

      I make this recipe at least once a month, I love it! I tried sauteing an onion and bell pepper first and then the sauce with the curls. Best ever!!! Thank you for taking the time to share your incredible recipes and inspiring us to create our own.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    7. Diane

      January 30, 2020 at 1:51 pm

      This is outstanding!! I’ve made it for several people so far and they love it!!
      So easy and fast. On my weekly rotation for sure.

      ★★★★★

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      • Shane Martin

        January 30, 2020 at 3:41 pm

        Thank you so much, Diane!!! Blessings.

        Reply
    8. Joey Bruno

      June 06, 2019 at 3:08 pm

      Going to be trying this for our yearly Father’s Day BBQ. My dad (who isn’t vegan) normally doesn’t like “mock meats”, but I have a good feeling that he might enjoy this on a fajita with some peppers and onions. Keep you posted!

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        June 06, 2019 at 5:41 pm

        Awesome, Joey! Hope it goes well. Be sure and fill me in. Peace.

        Reply
    9. Dorcas

      February 17, 2019 at 7:08 am

      This is very simple and yummy. Please I’m confused. Is it what they call soy chunks. Or chunks strips?. Is there any difference?

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        February 17, 2019 at 9:26 am

        These go by “soy curls”. Different names for the same thing:)

        Reply
    10. Dale C

      February 16, 2019 at 6:34 pm

      Just picked up a bag of these but haven’t made them.

      Do you just eat them on their own, or pair them with something like rice?

      Reply
      • Shane Martin

        February 16, 2019 at 6:45 pm

        They make great tacos, sandwiches, or go great over rice. You can eat them on their own as well.

        Reply
        • Dale Cudmore

          February 17, 2019 at 3:17 pm

          Just made this. Super simple obviously, and tastes pretty good, a lot like a chewy chicken breast I think.

          Reply

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