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Soybeans non-GMO for Tempeh 1kg
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Details
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These are New Zealand grown non-GMO soybeans used for making Tempeh, using our Tempeh Starter Culture.
Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian fermented soy food. Tempeh is high in protein and known for it firm texture. Tempeh is versatile, can be eaten as is or used in soups, fried, stir-fries and with dips. Tempeh has a nutty mushroomy flavour which is bound to add a flavour boost to many meals. Check out our easy tempeh recipe!
Tempeh is popular amongst vegans and vegetarians due to being rich in nutrients, particularly protein.
How is Tempeh Made?
Tempeh is made by fermenting cooked soybeans with a Rhizopus mold over 24-48 hours.
- Soak and Cook the Soybeans: The soybeans are soaked for 12-24hours, dehulled, and then boiled until they are tender for +-45minutes.
- Inoculate with Starter Culture: The cooled and dried cooked soybeans are then mixed with apple cider vinegar and the tempeh starter culture, which contains the Rhizopus mold spores.
- Fermentation: The mixture is then spread into a 1 inch layer and incubated at 30°C for 24 to 48 hours. During this time, the mold grows and binds the soybeans together to form a firm, cake-like slab.
- Maturation: The tempeh is allowed to mature further, developing its flavor and texture.
- Storing you tempeh: you can store your fermented tempeh in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for wrap well and store in the freezer for several months.
Shipping & Refund
Shipping & Refund
Shipping
We aim to dispatch orders within 2–3 business days of purchase. If there is any delay due to product availability, we will communicate this as soon as possible.
Please note that fermentation cultures are shipped only on Mondays and Tuesdays to help maintain product quality during transit.
If your order contains products from different brands or suppliers, your items may be shipped separately and arrive in multiple deliveries. For example, products from Symbiota and Tiny Leaf NZ may be fulfilled by different suppliers, so shipment and delivery times can vary between items.
Once your order has been dispatched, tracking information will be provided where available.
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Refunds & Returns
If your order arrives damaged, faulty, or incorrect, please contact us at info@ecowellnesslab.co.nz within 7 working days of receiving your order. Include clear photos of the product and packaging so we can assess the issue and assist you as quickly as possible.
For food safety reasons, we do not accept returns of cultures.
Due to the nature of many of our products, change-of-mind returns may not be accepted. Please review our Refund Policy for full details before purchasing.
