Soya Beans - Organic

Organic Soya Beans

The soya bean plant has been cultivated in China for thousands of years. The beans grow in pods and enclose edible seeds. 

Mature soya beans are beig /yellow pea-sized beans. They can be used in so many ways, from soya milk, tofu and miso to tempeh and soya protein.

Edamame are the sweet-tasting large soybeans that are harvested prematurely when the beans are still green and are eaten fresh.

Cooking Soya Beans

Rinse the beans thoroughly, then pre-soak overnight – place in a pan and cover with 5cm of water. Drain the beans the next day and rinse, then boil them vigorously for 1 hour, turn down and simmer for a further 3-4 hours until soft. Preparing this way will really improve their texture.

There are so many ways to enjoy soya beans. You can puree or mash them and add to muffins and pancake mixes, you can add a cup to soup, use in a chilli – just replace some of your usual beans with soya beans, or roast and add to a trail mix or snack as they are.