Bring water to a boil and add the soya chunks.
Mix well, cover, and let them soak.
Drain, squeeze excess water from the soya chunks, and set aside.
Heat oil in a pan.
Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions, curry leaves, turmeric powder, and salt. Sauté well.
Add chopped tomato and cook until mushy.
Add avarakkai , sambar powder and soya chunks; mix well.
Pour in water, cover, and cook until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the lid and continue cooking until the masalas are well absorbed.