How To Cook Soy Curls - Liv B. (2024)

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How much water do you use for soy curls? ›

Place soy curls in a bowl then pour 2 cups boiled water over soy curls. Let stand 10 minutes to rehydrate. Drain and pat dry, squeezing liquid out of the soy curls(I use my salad spinner to remove liquid then pat dry in a towel).

Soy Curls are a minimally processed dehydrated soy protein made by Butler Foods. Soy curls simply need to be rehydrated and then cooked with any seasoning that you choose to make a delicious plant-based gluten-free meat alternative.

Oil: I recommend using the full 2 tablespoons of oil if you want the soy curls to have crispy edges; if you do not care as much about that, you can reduce the oil to 2-3 teaspoons. If you are oil-free you can sauté the soy curls in water or vegetable broth, but I personally find them a little too rubbery this way.

Soy curls come dehydrated and require soaking before use. Soak in warm water for 10 minutes. Be careful not to soak for too long or they will become mushy.

Soak the soy curls in broth for 10 minutes. While they soak, blend the sauce ingredients until combined. If you don't have a blender, simply whisk the sauce ingredients by hand. Drain the soy curls, then add to a frying pan with some oil and fry for a few minutes until starting to brown.

Soy Curls™ are an all natural product and do not contain any preservatives or additives. Keep them refrigerated or frozen to keep them fresh.

They're healthy. Soy curls are made from only one ingredient: whole soybeans. This means they provide fiber (6 grams per serving) and a good amount of protein (11 grams per serving, 3 more than tofu).

In addition to protein and healthy fats, soy curls are high in fiber, containing 6 grams of fiber per serving, which can help aid in digestion and prevent constipation. They are also a good source of iron, calcium, and other essential minerals that are important for maintaining a healthy body.

Soy Curls are an all-natural product that do not contain any preservatives or additives. They also contain natural fats and will go rancid when stored on your pantry for long periods of time.

The most obvious sign that soy curls have gone bad is a change in smell. They should have a neutral odor; if they smell sour or strange, it might indicate that they're no longer good. In addition to smell, look for any visible mold or discoloration. Remember, when in doubt, it's best to throw it out!

Are soy curls less processed than tofu? ›

Soy Curls

These protein-packed strips are different than soy products like tofu and tempeh because they are considered minimally processed. According to Butler Foods, soy curls are made by boiling whole non-GMO soybeans in water. They contain no other additives or preservatives.

Once rehydrated though, they're best enjoyed as soon as possible. Cooked or par-cooked soy curls can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. If you don't think you'll eat them that quickly, stash leftovers in the freezer for 4 to 6 months.

Soy Chunks, Soya Chunks, TVP Chunks are all basically the same thing, just in different shapes, so try looking out for these intead. You can also substitute soy curls for extra-firm tofu or your favorite store-bought vegan meat alternative.

Rehydrate the soy curls.

Cover the soy curls with boiling water and allow them to soak for at least 10 minutes. You can go ahead and prepare the marinade during this time. Once they've soaked, you'll wring out the excess liquid so they'll absorb as much of the marinade as possible.

After cooking, cool the soy curls to room temperature, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For freezing, spread them out before freezing to prevent clumping, allowing easy portion use later.

The exact amount of water needed will depend on the brand and type of soy milk powder you are using, as well as your personal preference for thickness. In general, you can expect to need to mix the powder with about 2-2.5 cups of water per cup of powder.

Soy Curls or approx. 4 cups dry.

Soy curls are made of non-GMO soybeans. The process of making them starts with soaking the soybeans in water. They're then cooked and stirred to break the beans down into mush. Then the mush is extruded (i.e., pushed through a small opening) into stringy shapes, which are dried at a low temperature.