kaslo cultured fresh tempeh
Coming soon to the west kootenays.
Hi, I’m Cloé, and i love tempeh!
I have been making fresh tempeh at home for several years. It has become popular with my friends and family who report that fresh tempeh is much more delicious than the pasteurised and vacuum sealed kind. They keep asking for more! I can never seem to keep up with the demand in my home kitchen, so I’ve decided to ramp up production and start a tempeh business.
Sharing this tasty, wholesome food feels good in so many ways!
Look out for Kaslo Cultured Fresh Tempeh at stores and farmer’s markets around the West Kootenay area this spring and summer!
“Food, therefore, lies at the heart of trying to tackle climate change, reducing water stress, pollution, restoring lands back to forests or grasslands, and protecting the world’s wildlife.” (Ritchie and Roser)
the “Top 5 health benefits of tempeh”
according to BBCgoodfood.com:
1. May support gut health
Tempeh is typically cooked before eating, and some of commercial products are also pasteurised, meaning they're unlikely to retain the beneficial bacteria known as probiotics, despite being a fermented product.
However, tempeh is rich in fibre – in particular, the type of fibre known to be prebiotic. This fibre feeds the beneficial bacteria in the gut, helping them thrive and increase in number. Many of these gut bacteria produce compounds called short-chain fatty acids, which have beneficial effects on the gut as well as for our wider health.
2. May support bone health
Tempeh is rich in bone-friendly minerals including calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. In addition to this, the fermentation process involved in the production of tempeh breaks down compounds known as anti-nutrients, which may inhibit our uptake of some of these minerals. This makes fermented foods easier to digest and the nutrients they provide easier for us to absorb.
3. May help manage cholesterol
Soya products contain natural compounds called isoflavones, regular consumption of which has been associated with reduced cholesterol levels. Studies suggest this includes a reduction in low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the type often referred to as ‘bad’ cholesterol, as well as total cholesterol.
4. Rich in protein
Soya beans are a useful source of plant protein, providing all nine of the essential amino acids we need for growth, repair and functions like immunity, making it a useful inclusion for those following a plant-focused diet.
Tempeh is especially rich in protein, which is known for its filling and satiating effect, and makes a useful dietary inclusion for those looking to control appetite and manage weight.
5. Source of protective antioxidants
Soy isoflavones are powerful antioxidants and as such, they help to minimise the damage called oxidative stress, done by molecules called free radicals. Studies suggest isoflavones help reduce this oxidative stress and that tempeh may be especially good in this regard.