Soyawadi is regarded as soya nuggets or soya chunks which is a rich in nutritive value the product that originate from soybeans. From scraps, these are created by dehydrating defatted soy flour to produce a high-protein and textured food item with affiliation to meat. Soyawadi is well known as an important proteinaceous product in the current market, particularly to vegetarians and vegans, because of its high protein content and functionality in cooking.
Uses of Soyawadi
1. Meat Substitute: Soyawadi is the most commonly replaces meat in vegetarian and more so vegan meals. It is versatile and can be used like an animal protein in dishes like curries, kebabs and stir fry up to stews because it mimics meat containing features like texture and also flavor absorptiveness.
2. Extender in Meat Dishes: Used in non-vegetarian preparations, soyawadi can be added to any meat preparation to stretch the portion, economy-wise as well as add to the protein values by turning it into the substantial dish. This practice is so prevalent particularly in a recipe such as meat loaves, meat balls and multiple burgers among others.
3. Salads and Sides: It can also be soaked in water and consumed in a rehydrated form to enhance the protein portion of salads. Of course, it can be used as a conditioner for rice, quinoa, or other types of dishes based on grains, which will contribute to the improvement of both the nutritional profile and the consistency.