Could these be eaten raw? I am looking to make jerky. Could I rehydrate to add flavour, dehydrate, and then consume them?
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Yes, you can definitely make Jerky out of them. Butler Foods (the soy curls manufacturer) has a new vegan jerky made from soy curls.
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Have not tried this but seems like you could do this. Their initial state is more crusty than leathery. Your flavoring and other additives will also make a difference in final jerky-texture.
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I believe so, since the company sells jerky based on this product. It is #19 or something like that. It is my favorite jerky. If I were home, I could tell you more details.
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I would lean more towards the tough side. We're not talking beef jerky tough, but soft and tasty would be a stretch! They do have a bit of a fishy taste as well.
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why would you throw them out rather than return them???... amazon guarantees you get what you pay for..and fishy cachews are not acceptable. I bought the cashew pieces to eat raw and they are very good..in smell and taste.
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Yes, it will be fine. I've used them past the expiration date, but if they are expired, I move them to the freezer until I can use them. Works great for me. Taste is still awesome.
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I really dont know....I don't think so in the dehydrated. They are about as natural as it gets..We use the dried product quite often and really enjoy the taste and the texture of the vegies and the meats and fruit as well!
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I have no idea. You'd have to ask the supplier. I just bought them and know they are raw. Sorry.
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You can eat them dry, but they have a bland taste/flavor. Once they mix with your saliva they will start turning to the "gel" consistency. I prefer to put them in smoothies or yogurt! Either way you will get the benefits!
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Currenty they are stored and not available for me look at the package but I believe they are raw. Sorry that I'm can't more helpful but maybe you can order one bag and see for yourself. ???
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Think of the treats as very similar to human muffins. Refrigeration isn't going to extend their shelf life by much unless they contain meat, even if you dry them in the oven until they are rock hard. (Drying them that way takes a long time, and usually a double baking to get totally dry. I haven't tried them in the dehydrator, but I suspect that would be a bit more efficient because of the blowing air.)
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why would you throw them out rather than return them???...amazon guarantees you get what you pay for..and fishy cachews are not acceptable. I bought the cashew pieces to eat raw and they are very good..in smell and taste.
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Everyone has their own taste but I happen to like eating dried mushrooms. As far as salads...ummm?? you have to remember that these are crisp. They are best, re-hydrated in water and then put in casseroles, pizza, chicken-a-la-king, spaghetti, creme sauces, etc. hope this helps you decide. I like them a lot. They sure are nice to grab a handful and throw them in. Plus they last for years and years. I've dried my own for years and tried these. I like these better than my own because they are freezed dried not just dehydrated (I dry all kinds of mushrooms). Dried or freezed dried is a GREAT way to have plenty on hand at all times. :)
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Yes you can! After several experiences with "recalled" chicken jerky from China, I decided to make my own. That was the main purpose of this purchase. My dogs love, love, love the homemade!
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i too, am not really sure, i can only say what everyone else said, that since they are dehydrated, and sealed, i'm sure they will last a very long time .. not eternity, mind you, but a very long time .. but since they are so delicious i don't thing they would last too long . Yum !
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I'd say they're raw - but I use them in fruitcake and do not roast them prior to use. I also eat them from the pantry - they're delicious.
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I would not recommend buying a replacement. Even if jerky treat are made in USA they can get ingredient from other countries. I would stay away from any jerky products. If you really want a similar product I would recommend making them yourself.
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Yes they are raw and the texture can change. When it is put in water it becomes gel-like which is the way i like it. Other wise it is a crunchy type of seed
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Use it as a condiment, not as a meal. You could rehydrate it with milk or water, but it won't taste like store bought yogurt.