Spores of Rhizopus intended for the production of tempeh.
Tempeh is a fermented food with origins in Indonesia. Tempeh consists of beans and a mycel network which holds it all together.
During the fermentation process the beans undergo changes in flavour, texture and nutrients. The result is a tasty, slightly nutty cake which can be sliced and cooked in several different ways. It is excellent as an ingredient for Vegan cooking. Tempeh is good for marinating, to stir frying, deep frying and for stews and braises.
Traditionally tempeh is made from soy beans, but other beans, peas and cereals may be used. Normally the process involves peeling and splitting the beans into smaller parts.
10 grams of tempeh starter is enough to make up to 4 kg of finished tempeh.
Ingredients: rice flour, soya bean flour, spores of Rhizopus.
Instructions for making your own tempeh (PDF)
More tips and recipes for making fermented foods can be found in
Miso, Tempeh, Natto & Other Tasty Ferments.