Did You Know?

Did you know there are many other meat substitutions for vegetarian dishes other than plain soy? One of them is a meat analogue, which is also known as a meat substitute, mock meat, faux meat, or imitation meat. A meat analogue is a manufactured product made from rice, mushrooms, legumes, tempeh, and/or pressed-tofu. Flavorings are also added to the finished product to make them taste more like real meats. The most common meat analogue products are hamburger patties and sausage links. Many other meat products are also available in vegetarian-friendly options. Some of the more creative ones I've seen are soyrizo (soy-based chorizo) and Tofurky Jurky (tofu-based jerky)!