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SOYAMATE is a source of textured vegetable protein (TVP) , extracted from Soya bean flour. It is essentially unflavored and available in a convenient dry form with a choice of chunk or mince. What is Soya? Soya is an excellent source of high quality protein, is low in saturated fats and is cholesterol free. Recent research has indicated Soya has several beneficial effects on health in addition to its nutritional benefits. High Quality Protein Low in saturated fats Cholesterol free Vegetarian Food High fiber What is Textured Vegetable Protein? Textured vegetable protein is basically defatted Soya flour which has been processed and dried to give a substance with a sponge-like texture which may be flavored to resemble meat. Soya beans are dehulled and their oil extracted before being ground into flour. This flour is then mixed with water to remove soluble carbohydrate and the residue is textured by either spinning or extrusion. Extrusion involves passing heated Soya residue from a high pressure area to a reduced pressure area through a nozzle resulting in the Soya protein expanding. The Soya protein is then dehydrated and may be either cut into small chunks or ground into granules. Textured vegetable protein may be purchased either unflavored or flavored to resemble meat. It is prepared simply by mixing with water or stock and leaving to stand for a few minutes, after which it may be incorporated into recipes as a meat substitute. Soya protein is also available incorporated into various vegetarian burgers, sausages, canned foods etc. As well as being a good source of fiber and high quality protein, Textured Vegetable Protein is fortified with vitamin-B12
