In the endless search for plant-based, high-protein foods , tempeh stands out. Not only is the fermented soybean product extremely nutritious, it’s also delicious and satisfying. Shockingly, it even contains more protein than eggs. Plus, it has two things going for it that many other protein-rich, vegetarian foods don’t: a ton of probiotics and all nine essential amino acids.

With all that, it’s surprising that so many people have yet to give tempeh a try. Below, a further look at all the reasons to include tempeh in your regular dietary rotation, whether you follow a plant-based diet or not.

What is tempeh?

Tempeh (pronounced “tem-pay” is a cousin of tofu . But unlike tofu, which is made from curdled soy milk, tempeh is made from whole soybeans. Because of this, more of the legume’

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