Tempeh as a Global “Superfood” Tempeh, a traditional Indonesian fermented soybean product, is gaining significant popularity in international markets, viewed as a healthier alternative to animal-based proteins. The Guardian

What is tempeh?

Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian food,Like tofu made from soya beans. But whereas tofu is made from soya milk, tempeh uses the whole beans. They are fermented by live cultures – typically Rhizopus species – which transforms them into a firm, dense block.

What does it taste like?

Tempeh has a mild, mushroom-like and nutty taste with a firm, meaty consistency. It’s often described as earthy and slightly yeasty,”