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APPENDIX 8
GUIDE FOR PURCHASING AND STORING INGREDIENTS FOR VEGETARIAN RECIPES
Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP, Veggie chunks, mince)
• Before purchasing consider the type required whether chunks or mince flavoured or unflavoured.
• There are many varieties of TVP, so be sure to read labels properly before purchasing.
• Check the expiration date on the packages.
• TVP has a long shelf life if stored in a tightly closed container at room temperature.
• Rehydrated TVP has to be stored in the refrigerator and used within 5 days.
Tofu
• The recipes in this manual calls for FIRM tofu to be used. Ensure to read labels properly.
• Check the expiration date on the packages before purchasing.
• The firm tofu may be found in the refrigerated section of the supermarket.
• Tofu should be stored in the refrigerator. Once the package is opened it should be rinsed and covered with fresh water, change
the water daily and use within a week.
Menu and Recipe Manual for Early Childhood Institutions