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Soybean

Glycine max Allergens: Soy
soybean

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Soybean Plant

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Soybean ?

A versatile legume cultivated for its edible beans, used to produce a wide range of products including oil, tofu, tempeh, and soy milk.

"The unsung hero of plant-based cuisine: from humble bean to global culinary staple and nutritional powerhouse."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Soybean ?

Earthy, Mild, Nutty (when roasted)

Taste
Earthy, Beany, Slightly Sweet
Texture
Firm, Mealy, Tender
Aroma
Beany, Nutty
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Global Production

Leading oilseed crop globally

Protein Content

Very High (complete protein)

Versatility

Used for oil, milk, tofu, tempeh, sauces

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 85g (1/2 cup cooked)
Calories172 kcal
Total Fat9 g
Saturated Fat1.3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein18 g
Total Carbohydrate10 g
Dietary Fiber6 g
Total Sugars3 g
Calcium200 mg
Iron3.5 mg
Potassium515 mg

Le secret du chef

To reduce the 'beany' flavor of dried soybeans for things like homemade soy milk, blanch them briefly before grinding, then discard the water.

Substituts & Proportions pour Soybean

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Soybean est Chickpeas, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar protein and fiber, good for savory dishes, but different flavor profile.

Substituts pour Soybean avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Chickpeas Meilleur 1:1 Similar protein and fiber, good for savory dishes, but different flavor profile.
Lentils 1:1 Excellent protein source, versatile, but softer texture when cooked.
Cannellini Beans 1:1 Creamier texture when cooked, good for soups and stews, but less firm than whole soybeans.
Fava Beans 1:1 Large, meaty texture, often used similarly to soybeans in some cuisines, but requires peeling.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Soybean

  1. Available dried, canned, or fresh (edamame).
  2. For dried, soak overnight before cooking.
  3. Choose organic for non-GMO options.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Soybean ?

  • Ginger
  • garlic
  • chili
  • sesame
  • seaweed
  • rice
  • miso
  • vegetables.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Soybean ?

Earthy, Mild, Nutty (when roasted) Beany|Nutty

Quel est un bon substitut pour Soybean ?

Le meilleur substitut est Chickpeas (1:1). Similar protein and fiber, good for savory dishes, but different flavor profile.

Comment choisir et conserver le Soybean ?

Available dried, canned, or fresh (edamame). For dried, soak overnight before cooking. Choose organic for non-GMO options.

Ingrédients Legume associés

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