firstly, in a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil. add 2 bay leaf, 5 cloves, 2 pods cardamom, 1 inch cinnamon and 1 tsp cumin.
saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.
now add 1 onion and saute until the onions turn golden brown.
keeping the flame on low, add ¼ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp chilli powder and ½ tsp coriander powder.
saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.
now add marinated soya and cook for 2 minutes.
further, add 1½ cup tomato puree. to prepare puree, blend 2 ripened tomatoes to smooth paste without adding water.
cook until the tomato puree thickens slightly.
now add ½ cup cashew paste, ½ tsp salt and mix well. to prepare cashew paste, soak 10 cashews in ½ cup hot water and blend to a smooth paste.
cover and continue to cook until the oil separated from the curry.
adjust the consistency of gravy adding water as required. also, add 2 tbsp coriander and mix well.
finally, enjoy meal maker curry with roti or paratha.