Textured soy granules

Granular soy is an excellent meat substitute in vegetarian and vegan recipes. Here are some ideas for how to use it:

Soy Bolognese

Ingredients:

• 1 cup granular soy
• 2 cups hot water (to hydrate soy)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 can peeled tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for cooking

Method:

1. Hydrate the granular soy with hot water for about 20 minutes, then drain and squeeze well.
2. In a large pan, heat olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until tender.
3. Add the granular soy and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Add the peeled tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
5. Simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve the soy bolognese with pasta or rice.

Soy Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1 cup granular soy
• 2 cups hot water (to hydrate soy)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 zucchini, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

Method:

1. Hydrate the granular soy with hot water for about 20 minutes, then drain and squeeze well.
2. In a large bowl, mix the granular soy, onion, carrot, zucchini, garlic, breadcrumbs, flour, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Form meatballs from the mixture.
4. Fry the meatballs in hot oil until golden brown, or bake them in the oven at 180°C for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
5. Serve hot with tomato sauce or yogurt.

Soy Tacos

Ingredients:

• 1 cup granular soy
• 2 cups hot water (to hydrate soy)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Corn tortillas
• Toppings as desired (lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, salsa, avocado)

Method:

1. Hydrate the granular soy with hot water for about 20 minutes, then drain and squeeze well.
2. In a large pan, heat some olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until tender.
3. Add the granular soy and spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper).
4. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring well to combine the flavors.
5. Heat the tortillas and fill them with the soy mixture.
6. Add desired toppings and serve hot.

These recipes will allow you to use granular soy in various dishes, offering tasty and nutritious options. Enjoy your meal!