The Meat Replacement You Should Think Twice About Buying
NEWS
BY JENNIFER M. MCNEILL
Meat substitutes have come a long way in the last few years, but if there's one product that consistently disappoints, it's texturized vegetable protein, or TVP.
TVP comes in the form of dry, beige nuggets or curls. They pack a pretty hefty protein punch and are often touted as the closest vegan substitute for ground beef in a recipe.
The texture, unfortunately, leaves a lot to be desired. You have to rehydrate them, and they never absorb liquid equally — one bite is always tough and chewy.
The final texture is a strange kind of sponginess that doesn't quite mimic meat. You’re better off with another meat alternative like tempeh, seitan, or tofu.
