1 / 6Wholefood Earth TVP Natural Soya Chunks, 2 kg
Wholefood Earth TVP Natural Chunks are 2 kg of defatted soya flour shaped into chunks for use as a meat alternative in casseroles, stews, curries and stir-fries. The listing says to soak them in hot water or vegetable stock for 10–15 minutes before cooking.
At a glance
- Textured soya chunks are described as a non-meat alternative for casseroles, stews, curries and stir-fries.
- The listing says the chunks absorb the flavours and spices of the dish.
- Soak in hot water or vegetable stock for 10–15 minutes before cooking, according to the directions.
- Made with defatted soya flour and described as suitable for vegans and GMO-free.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A 2 kg pack suits cooks who want a larger quantity of a soya-based meat alternative.
- The neutral flavour is intended to take on the seasoning of a recipe, making the chunks adaptable across stews, curries and stir-fries.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Brand | Wholefood Earth |
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| Ingredient | Defatted Soya Flour. |
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| Dietary suitability | suitable for vegans |
| GMO status | 100% GMO-Free |
| Dimensions listed | 10 x 5 x 5 cm; 2 kg |
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| Item model number | 5056351408229 |
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| Country of origin | Brazil |
What to know before buying
- The listing advises reading the product packaging for allergy and dietary requirements. It says the product may contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seed and cereals containing gluten.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Vegan cooks seeking a soya-based alternative for saucy dishes such as curries, stews and casseroles.
- Households that want a larger pack of chunks that can be soaked and seasoned to suit different recipes.
Less suited to
- Anyone who must avoid soya or needs to exclude possible traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seed or cereals containing gluten without first checking the packaging.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
65% 65% - 4 stars
18% 18% - 3 stars
6% 6% - 2 stars
3% 3% - 1 star
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Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a smaller share falls in the one-star category. Since no written feedback is supplied, these ratings do not identify particular strengths or explain concerns. Buyers can assess the practical fit from the listed 2 kg quantity, soya-flour ingredient and soak-before-use directions.
Frequently asked questions
How do you prepare these TVP chunks?
The directions say to soak them in hot water or vegetable stock for 10–15 minutes until expanded and the liquid has been absorbed. Then add them to a dish and cook until warmed through.
What is this product made from?
The ingredient listed is defatted soya flour. The product is described as textured soya protein and suitable for vegans.
Can the chunks be used in different dishes?
The listing suggests casseroles, stews, curries and stir-fries. It says the chunks are rather bland and absorb the flavours and spices used in the recipe.
Does the listing mention possible allergens?
Yes. It advises checking the packaging and says the product may contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seed and cereals containing gluten.
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