Understanding Tempeh Processing Methods, Step by Step
Tempeh processing is fermenting soybeans with Rhizopus oligosporus until they bind into a firm cake, usually in 24-48 hours. We have made tempeh long enough to know the steps are…
Where to Find Unpasteurized Tempeh Near You
Unpasteurized tempeh is as close as you get to tempeh in its most natural state. It’s freshly fermented with Rhizopus mold and hasn’t gone through heat treatment, so the cultures…
How to Tell if Your Tempeh Is Pasteurized
You can't reliably tell if tempeh is pasteurized by its color or smell. You have to check the label and packaging. Most retail tempeh is pasteurized at controlled temperatures (typically…
Fresh vs Pasteurized Tempeh: Flavor Difference
Fresh tempeh has a nutty, yeasty flavor that feels alive. Pasteurized tempeh is milder, flatter, and can have a slight bitterness. That bitterness happens because pasteurization stops fermentation early. The…