Also known as bean curd, tofu is made by coagulating soy milk and then pressing the resulting curds into solid blocks. It has a mild flavor and a soft, custard-like texture, making it a versatile ingredient in both savory and sweet dishes.
Soy milk is a plant-based alternative to cow's milk made from soaked and ground soybeans. It's commonly used as a dairy-free milk substitute in cooking, baking, and as a beverage.
Edamame are young, immature soybeans that are harvested before they fully mature. They are often boiled or steamed and served as a nutritious snack or appetizer, either in their pods or shelled.
Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian fermented soy product made from whole soybeans that have been cooked, fermented, and pressed into dense blocks. It has a nutty flavor and a firm, chewy texture, making it a popular meat substitute in vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Soy sauce is a fermented condiment made from soybeans, wheat, salt, and a fermenting agent. It's used as a seasoning in cooking and as a flavor enhancer in a wide variety of dishes, particularly in Asian cuisine.
Soybean oil is a vegetable oil extracted from soybeans and is commonly used for cooking, frying, baking, and salad dressings due to its neutral flavor and high smoke point.