Textured vegetable protein, or TVP, is a dried meat subsitute made of soy. It is sometimes called textured soy protein as well. TVP is available in crumbles or chunks, which are rehydrated for use in recipes. For vegetarians, TVP can stand in for ground beef in tacos, chili and spaghetti sauce. Meat-eaters sometimes combine TVP with ground beef to save fat, calories and money. This versatile ingredient takes on the flavor of the ingredients with which it is cooked.
Step 1
Heat 1 cup of water or vegetable broth in a saucepan until almost boiling.
Step 2
Measure 1 cup of dry TVP into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 3
Pour the water or broth over the TVP.
Step 4
Cover the bowl with the plate, and allow the TVP to stand for 15 minutes.
Step 5
Remove the plate, and fluff the TVP with a fork before adding it to your recipe.
Things You'll Need
- TVP
- Water or vegetable broth
- Measuring cup
- Bowl
- Plate
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