Soya bean which is processed in a way that produces a foam, which when dried gives it a meat-like texture. Used in certain meat products to bulk up. Often flavoured to resemble certain types of meat
Tofu or Soya bean curd - comes in various forms - morinadga - soft, firm, smoked
High in protein and essential amino acids
Bland flavour
can be used to make sauces or mashed and blended with other ingredients or thinly sliced , stir fried
Quorn
mycoprotein - occurs naturally in soil - produce in laboratory conditions by ICI contains egg whites(not-free-range.)
Mild savoury flavour.
Good Meat substitute because of texture can be grilled, stewed, fried and microwaved.
Absorbs flavours well.
Wheatpro
Made of gluten by Lucas Ingredients.
Tempeh
Culture made of fermented Soya bean curd