Turn Woody Mushroom Stems Into an Umami-packed Powder
Fun guys (and gals) love fungi, mostly of the culinary persuasion (though an argument can be made for a different type of fun shroom, that’s not what we’re discussing today).…
The Cheapest Ways to Get Your Protein Right Now
Photo: Sergey Ryzhov (Shutterstock) Eggs used to be one of the cheapest protein sources out there. Back when they cost $2 a dozen, the 84 grams of protein in a…
Make Even Better Tempeh by Steaming It First
As much as I love tofu, I have to admit that tempeh might be the true champion of soy-based meat substitutes. It’s higher in protein than tofu, and while it’s…
Why You Should Be Air-Frying Your Tofu Before Marinating It
Marinated tofu is great, but getting tofu to actually absorb marinades is trickier than it seems. If you want the flavor to get all the way inside, you have to…
How to Make a Tofu Scramble That Doesn’t Suck
Photo: A.A. Newton Tofu scrambles are often the only vegan option on a brunch menu, and to be perfectly honest, they don’t do that much for me. A pile of…
You Should Add Tofu to Your Meatballs
Photo: casanisa (Shutterstock) Dense meatballs got you down? Despite your attempts at rolling well-mixed yet tender meatballs, do you end up with rubber super balls every time? All that’s about…
Here’s How Plant-Based ‘Meats’ Stack Up, Nutritionally
Photo: Brent Hofacker (Shutterstock) Meat isn’t your only option if you want a burger, a barbecue sandwich, or a savory centerpiece of a traditionally meat-containing dish. But not all of…
12 Trader Joe’s Products Way Better Than the Name Brand Versions
Inferior name brand alternative: Takis Price: $2.49 Takis are a spicy, chili-flavored corn chip snack invented by Mexican snack giant Grupo Bimbo back in 1999, and while they apparently migrated…
How to Actually Brown Your Impossible Burger
Photo: Claire Lower Tech meats won’t save the world, but they do give vegans, vegetarians, and people like my father (who avoids red meat for health reasons) access to the…
How to Get a Free Pack of ‘Beyond’ Burgers This June
Photo: The Toidi (Shutterstock) It’s been a few years since Beyond Meat introduced their line of plant-based meat substitutes, but if you have yet to sample their wares, a chance…