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IMSOGIRL t1_itjqg60 wrote

They do, it's called tofu. But not everyone likes to eat tofu only, so fish farms exist.

It's why corn and soybeans are is the most plentiful crops in the US but people in the US still eat meat that is fed off the corn and soy.

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valkrycp t1_itk7s9d wrote

That's why he said palatable.

I'm in the same boat. I suck at eating veggies from a taste and texture perspective, so I resort to meat. Would love to swap but tofu and alternative products right now just taste off to me so far. I have cut down on a lot of dairy though, using almond milk and coconut milk and creams for just about everything.

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ingeba t1_itko3vy wrote

Have you tried fried, marinated tempeh?

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BluestreakBTHR t1_itktgdy wrote

When I went vegetarian for a few years, I tried to like tempeh. The texture was… not pleasant. I liked Seitan, but without witchcraft it typically tasted like flavored bread.

If there are some good protein alternatives, I’m all ears. Challenge rating: no tree nuts

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ingeba t1_itl13qd wrote

Chickpeas? As lone source or with broad beans as falafel?

BTW: I'm totally on your side wrt tofu

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BluestreakBTHR t1_itlap3y wrote

Oh yeah. I grew up on chickpeas, so they’re a staple in my pantry.

I like tofu, if it’s prepared properly and is a vehicle to deliver flavor. Tempeh just … never did it for me. It always tastes like packing material.

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