Soy

Soy

Glycine max

The only plant with a complete amino acid profile in one package.

Protein
36g
Calories
446
Fibre
9g
Amino profile
Complete

Macros are per 100g of the cooked ingredient (e.g. oats, quinoa, lentils and other pantry staples that require cooking). Nutritional values are estimated using recognised nutrition databases and calorie-tracking software to provide a practical guide, although they may vary depending on the exact ingredients and brands you use.

Origin

East Asia, ~7000 BCE

Culinary uses

  • · Tofu & tempeh
  • · Edamame
  • · Soy milk
  • · Miso, tamari, natto

Cooking guide

Edamame steams in 5 min. Dried soybeans need long soak.

Storage

Dry beans up to 2 years. Fresh edamame: freeze on the day of purchase.

Buying guide

Choose organic to avoid GMO in soybean products.

Health benefits

  • Complete amino acid profile
  • Isoflavones
  • Heart health

Common varieties

YellowBlackEdamame (green immature)

Related ingredients

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