Guest guest Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Makes great enchiladas too. But, yes, you do need to add your own seasoning - it's like tofu in that sense. At 04:06 PM 6/19/2009, Audrey wrote: I've had a small bag of TVP sitting around here for 2-3 months, not sure what to do with it. Somebody mentioned TVP tacos the other day on this list, so that's what I had tonight -- YUM! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Im new to the veggie thing can you tell me what TVP is Thanks Raven --- On Fri, 6/19/09, Audrey Snyder <AudeeBird wrote: Audrey Snyder <AudeeBird TVP Tacos - my new favorite food! Friday, June 19, 2009, 4:06 PM I've had a small bag of TVP sitting around here for 2-3 months, not sure what to do with it. Somebody mentioned TVP tacos the other day on this list, so that's what I had tonight -- YUM! I did notice that it is very bland and I had to add more taco seasoning than I used to add to ground beef. But I only had to use my microwave to reconstitute it, so my kitchen is still nice and cool and I had a great supper! (and anything that is safe for the parrots, they get to try to -- they approved! but maybe it was the cheese, which is only a very rarely treat for them!) Never would have thought those weird-looking little crumbles would make such great food if it wasn't for this group! Thanks! Audrey S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 TVP is also great added to chili, you have to season it as well. , Audrey Snyder <AudeeBird wrote: > > I've had a small bag of TVP sitting around here for 2-3 months, not sure > what to do with it. Somebody mentioned TVP tacos the other day on this list, > so that's what I had tonight -- YUM! > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Textured Vegetable Protein. It is high in protein, low in fat, completely vegetarian. (made of soy flour.) Good stuff and a lot cheaper than buying meat, if you're still eating meat or have folks in the household who don't want to change over to veggie. (Don't ask, don't tell.) It comes in a number of different flavors and in more than just the crumble texture. There are many places to find it online, in sizes from just a couple of ounces to buckets of 25-50 pounds. When you're first trying it, I'd suggest starting off with it in spicy dishes like tacos and chili. Do try it! Jeanne in GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 And the stuff I bought says ZERO fat (since it's " de-fatted soy flour " I'm not sure if it is all completely fat free or not), 12 g protein per serving, which is pretty darn good! 4 g fiber, and of course no cholesterol. I bought the Bob's Red Mill brand b/c it was in my grocery store health food section and because it was a small bag, I didn't want to buy much if I didn't like it. But it has absolutely no flavor of its own, I tried a little before adding my taco seasoning. It doesn't have a weird " after taste " or " under-taste " like tofu does (to me) though. I don't really care for tofu. Anyway, for the TVP, next time I think I'll put some onion in with the water while I re-constitute it. Also -- forgot I can use vegetable broth to re-constitute it -- that would probably give it some flavor as well as onion powder, garlic powder, taco or chili seasoning, etc. Audrey S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Audrey, Try reconstituting it with some of the McKay's vegetarian Beef style seasoning added to the water. After it is reconstituted, brown it in a little oil in the frying pan. and then make up the Taco Seasoning according to the mixture instructions and add to the brown TVP. Great in Taco's, chili, and Burritos, etc. Judy - Audrey Snyder Friday, June 19, 2009 9:15 PM Re: TVP Tacos - my new favorite food! . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Oh, that's a good idea! Thanks, Judy -- I'll try that. Need to get some of the beef style seasoning, I haven't tried it yet (just the chicken-style). Audrey On Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 9:40 PM, wwjd <jtwigg wrote: > > > Audrey, > Try reconstituting it with some of the McKay's vegetarian Beef style > seasoning added to the water. After it is reconstituted, brown it in a > little oil in the frying pan. and then make up the Taco Seasoning according > to the mixture instructions and add to the brown TVP. Great in Taco's, > chili, and Burritos, etc. > > Judy > - > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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