Put the dry soy curls into a pot, if you are using them. If there are any pieces that are more than one inch long, break them into pieces that are less than an inch long. Add enough cold water to just barely cover the soy curls. Turn the heat to medium-high.
Add all of the other ingredients except for the sour cream or Beannaise and the kale.
Heat to boiling. Turn down the heat and simmer for ten minutes.
Add the kale, still frozen, and stir. Check the temperature -- it may be perfect. Or warm it up as needed.
Serve with a dollop of sour cream or Beannaise on top.