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Prefecture: Mie
Producer: Yokoyama Shokuhin
Ingredients: Soybeans (domestic)
Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free
Size: 2 x 60g
 

Okara (soybean pulp) is a by-product of the soy milk and tofu-making process that can be transformed into an array of delectable dishes including salads, Japanese hambagu (hamburger), fried patties, and even cookies and baked goods. Yokoyama Shokuhin’s gourmet okara combines domestic soybean pulp with a splash of soy milk to create a moist, smooth texture that highlights the natural flavor of the soybeans. The okara adds richness and a subtle sweetness to dishes without overpowering other flavors. 

For four generations the passionate people at Yokoyama Shokuhin have been contributing to the creation of a happy and prosperous society through their soybean products. The company started shortly after World War II when Kaneko Yokoyama, an ambitious mother of four, opened a tofu shop in Tsu City, Mie Prefecture to support her family after her husband was injured. Over the years the company has applied its knowledge of soybeans to everything from raw tofu and fried tofu patties to soymilk and okara and is still dedicated to discovering the full potential of soy. Today Kaneko’s motherly love and concern for producing nutritious and delicious food lives on in Yokoyama Shokuhin’s wide variety of soy-based goods.
 

Suggested uses: These single-serve packages make it easy to add okara to all of your favorite dishes. Try using it in coleslaw and salads or pairing it with your favorite simmered vegetables in dishes like unohana. When mixed with rice it can be used to make yaki onigiri (grilled rice balls). Okara can also be used as an egg substitute in vegan baking or to replace flour in gluten-free recipes to make exceptionally moist baked goods. (Please note that pink or brown bits in the product are part of the soybean buds and that liquid on the surface is just water that has separated from the product. It is not a quality issue and is safe to eat!)