Tofu is a delicious plant-based food high in protein and easy to prepare in hundreds of different ways. However, when using tofu for stir fry dishes, many people are disappointed by the tofu falling apart, having a mushy texture, or a bland flavor. This guide has everything you need to know if you want tofu …
Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian food made of fermented soybeans. It’s a plant-based food that is an increasingly popular alternative to meat. Some people also use tempeh as a substitute for chicken in their favorite recipes, but is tempeh a good substitute for chicken? Here are the differences and similarities between tempeh vs. chicken. What …
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Tempeh has a mildly nutty, earthy flavor and firm texture that makes it an excellent plant-based meat alternative in a wide range of recipes. However, it’s also prone to bitterness and some people simply don’t enjoy it. Thus begins the hunt for a tempeh substitute. If you want to make traditional Indonesian dishes without tempeh, …
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Fermentation is an ancient method of preserving food, and Asian cultures have been fermenting soybeans for centuries. Both tempeh and natto are plant-based proteins made from fermented soybeans, but despite the similarities in production, the end results are extremely different. So, what are the similarities and differences between tempeh vs. natto? Let’s take a closer …
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Tempeh is a natural, fermented food, preserved by the action of a special fungus that adds nutrients and probiotics. However, as with many cheeses, the natural presence of this fungus can make some people wonder if their tempeh has gone bad or if it’s still safe to eat. So, does tempeh go bad? The answer …
Bitterness is the most common complaint about the flavor of tempeh. Therefore, many ask – why is tempeh bitter? Tempeh can come out bitter when adding vinegar to the fermentation process. Allowing tempeh to over-ferment can also cause bitterness. Fermentation can be an unpredictable process and different brands of tempeh can vary widely in their …
Like many fermented foods, tempeh is made with a starter, which is an inoculation of the beneficial organisms you want to cultivate during fermentation. But for someone who wants to make tempeh at home, can it be made without a starter? Do you have to buy a tempeh starter, or can you make the starter …
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Tempeh is a high-protein, soy-based fermented food that is a delicious and popular alternative to meat. Like all fermented foods, making tempeh is a process that begins with a “starter”. What is tempeh starter, you ask? It’s the microorganisms that you need for tempeh to ferment and effectively make tempeh. But can you use just …
We usually think of fermentation as a way of preserving foods without refrigeration, so it may seem like tempeh is one of those foods that can last forever in the right conditions. Does tempeh go bad, and do you need to trust expiration dates on the packaging? Does tempeh need to be refrigerated, and how …
If you love your tempeh, you likely know that it’s fermented. And when foods are fermented, it usually means you don’t have to cook them and can eat them as is (or raw). This is because the beneficial bacteria that grow from the fermentation process preserve the food and keep the harmful bacteria that make …
