This tasty soy-based food can be a delicious and healthy addition to your favorite dishes.
What Is Tempeh?
Generally, tempeh isn’t eaten plain.
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Like tofu, it has a very mild flavor and is an excellent carrier for sauces and spices.
Is Tempeh the Same as Tofu?
(Tofu likely originated in China, but tempeh has its roots in Indonesia.)
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Tofu and tempeh have different preparation methods.
Tofu is made by creating a milk from the soybeans and then curdling it and forming it into blocks.
That gives tofu a smooth, silky texture.
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Meanwhile, tempeh uses whole soybeans, and generally has a more firm and nutty texture.
Tempeh also offers additional nutritional benefits, such as more protein and probiotics than its soy-based companion.
Is Tempeh Good for You?
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Tempeh is a nutritional powerhouse, thanks to thefermentation processthat creates it and its soybean base.
Just let the tempeh soak in the sauce for at least a half-hour before you cook it.
Check out these recipes where you could utilize tempeh in lieu of meat or tofu.
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The umami flavor and dense texture of tempeh makes it a perfect substitute for beef.
The sweet-and-savory combo of soy sauce and hoisin packs in plenty of flavor.
