Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP), Vegan Meat Substitute, 100% Hexane Free, Made with #1 Graded Yellow Soybeans, 100% Vegan, Made in US, Imitation Beef, Gluten Free, Just Like Beef, Unflavored (1 Pack)

I'd never used TVP and was skeptical about it on the whole. This product was the only one that seemed non-GMO and from a good source. In using it, I was still skeptic, boiling it first before adding it to anything, but then took the plunge. I made a traditional Irish 'beef' stew: I felt it textured in and took on the flavors of the meal and was harmonious, not a distraction or pieces that seemed 'icky' or vegan or processed.*Oh, I in no way felt like I was eating meat, which is really great. There is a sense of it filling a gap, but in a vegetarian, non-invasive way.**As for price, I thought it was a little much, not having purchased, but after the one cup, I think I can get two more cups from it, so not too bad. Looking forward to seeing how it benefits me, protein-wise. It's a value, so I'm willing to pay for it.Irish Stew:2 tablespoons vegan butter1 leek (cut finely)3 carrots (cut small)3 celery stalks (shred with a knife)1 small rutabaga (cut small)1 large potato (cut small)1/4 red cabbage, shredded or cut finely, (will color the broth)1 cup Wholesome Textured Protein, beef1 sprig of rosemary (or thyme)1/4 cup parsley, choppedwater (as the veggies make the broth)Some salt/pepper to tasteStart with the butter and leek and cut everything the same size, nice and small, and with a knife shredding the celery and cabbage. The red cabbage gives the soup a nice color. Cut each veggie and pile it in the bot on low to medium heat. Add your spices, but it doesn't need much. Stir. Add water to top. Add the Wholesome Textured Protein. Let it cook. Add more water for consistency that you like. Salt and pepper to taste. I would omit a broth, as all the flavors really come out. Serve hot.Optional: you can add barley for more of an Irish taste, though it's not gluten-free. Quinoa or rice is another option, but not needed. *You might also add stout too, if that's your thing.*Picture above is about 1/2 way cooked.Do take the plunge and try it. Really. It's incredibly amazing.

To Whom It May Concern, My wife and I have been Vegans for over thirty years each and thus far this is the best TVP we have ever prepared. The texture and taste are both superior to any other TVP and the 25 grams of protein delivered per serving is high for a plant based product. We hydrated the TVP in veggie broth for thirty minutes and then cooked it at high in the air fryer for eight minutes, the time can vary with the air fryer one uses.Regards,Sam Thompson

As the description emphasizes, this is unflavored, and you need to either marinade it or cook it in an flavored stock. Those who criticize it for lack of flavor should read the package! We have used it in a variety of ways, for example, vegan meatballs. In this case we flavored it with a variety of Italian herbs, tomato paste, and stock. What's great about it is that you can make it taste how you like. The name the manufacturer gave to it is a bit disingenuous, you can make it taste like chicken, beef or lamb if you are skilled enough. If you are vegan and looking for variety, this is a great product to have in your larder. It keeps a long time, and rehydrates quickly.

Well, it’s very easy to work with. It has no flavor on its own, so I added all my seasonings to my hot vegan beef broth so they would dissolve before adding it to the dry TVP. The texture (for me) was that of slightly over cooked beef strips and while I didn’t hate it, per se, I’m going to tweak how I cook it to see if I can adjust that at all. But the protein didn’t break down or get weird so I loved that. I gave 4 stars for flavor because the product doesn’t have any but it didn’t taste super bad or funky on its own. I gave 5 stars for thickness cause it was good beef stew texture...and that’s what I wanted to make with it. And I gave 3 stars for warmth cause I don’t know what the heck that is but I didn’t want to give a one. If we’re speaking to the feels of having a nice home cooked meal, then I’ll give ME 5 stars for warmth...but not the TVP. If you’ve made it this far, I’ll reiterate...definitely give it a try but season, season, season. I used Better than Bouillon vegan beef broth for the main source of flavor.

Honestly I feel the people giving poor reviews are salty about damaged product they could return or work with if they really needed to, people that don’t read directions, and people that don’t know how to incorporate beef flavor. These are to simulate beef- of course they’re going to be bland like ANY OTHER I’ve tried.Great product, does kind of look like dry dog food, great for a chunky or ground beef substitute. If you want to have the correct texture and flavor be sure to squeeze out the reconstituting liquid. From that point you can use it in stews and the like or make grounds but I recommend further marinating in a sauce of some kind for stir frys.

I purchased to cook for Thanksgiving, but could not as the entire bag arrived as crumbs.Packaging was horrible, so I assume it crumbled in delivery. Had the packaging been sufficient, this tvp would have made it safe and sound.$15 bucks down the drain. Can't cook it, can't return it. Beware.

This was a great product. I like that it has minimal ingredients and is made in USA. This can be used as protein in sauces, soups, molded into patties, etc... It takes on the flavor of what you're cooking. Very easy to use, very easy to eat! I will buy again!

Only OK. Is too watery and with no flavor after it is re-hydrated. I would recommend to re-hydrate with veg broth and some spices, maybe a little Braggs Amino's, garlic and some other things. Make it to your tastes, but with more than water. I give it 3 1/2 stars.