Butler Foods Soy Curls, 8 oz. Bags (Pack of 18)

Very easy to make! Soak in warm water about 20 minutes, squeeze out as much water as you can. Can be fried, deep fried, baked, whatever. They are awesome for substituting for chicken in a dish. I love them in Asian dishes. Texture is very appealing. Takes on whatever flavors you have in the meal. I have soaked more than I needed in the past and just kept the leftover in a plastic bag in the fridge and used it within a few days and it was perfect and it was nice to be able to skip the soaking stage!

This was the first time I tried these and oh my gosh they’re wonderful. I like that they’re big chunks and they do replicate chicken. It’s a little hard to squeeze them out, but I like that they’re not defatted and basically if I’m more natural state of soy, I wish the company would tell a little more information whether it’s organic or Non gmo.. where it’s made ect. I use these to make a chicken salad that is out of this world. Using the recipe on the butler website.

These soy curls are great! Muh like tofu, they are versatile and virtually tasteless, but as opposed to tofu, these seem to soak up the flavors a lot easier than tofu, not to mention easier to handle. Coat them in oil, whatever seasonings or sauces/marinades you prefer (after rehydrating them of course) and walla- bake em, fry em, (put em in a stew), and you've got some tasty "chicken!" My favorite is coating them in oil, throwing them in a bowl and tossing it with general tso's sauce and air frying them for 10 or so minutes at 360F and it glazes over perfectly. We also use them frequently for "chicken" fajitas. Vegan or not, these are fantastic if you're looking for meat alternatives.

This stuff is amazing! Will definitely be a pantry staple for me from now on. 1 pack rehydrates to roughly 2 large pyrex bowls worth of "meat" - much cheaper than the equivalent volume of frozen mock meats like Morningstar Farms/Quorn/Boca (texture is far better too!). I recommend rehydrating in vegetarian chicken broth with a little MSG, squeezing out the excess moisture, and frying in olive oil with whatever seasonings you like!Also, my friend is an avid camper and recommended it to me as a great backpacking food, which I can definitely see being the case as it is super lightweight and versatile!

These are so amazing I wanted to write a quick review! I’ve been eating plant based for 3 years now and I have just discovered Butler soy curls - they taste like any meat you want them to really, and they don’t have that artificial faux meat taste like some other products . Truly amazing, I eat them all the time . Highly recommend! My only complaint THE FLIMSY PACKAGING IS TERRIBLE! I really like this product- but because of the way it is packaged in these thin bags and then bundled in another bag.. you lose a fair amount of the soy curls into crumbs .This is not great.. I mean.. This product should either be in a box or a better bag ..

I've been using Butler Foods Soy Curls for a while now, and they are an absolute game-changer for anyone following a vegan diet or looking to cut down on meat consumption. These curls are effortless to prepare. You rehydrate the amount you need in water, which only takes a few minutes. After squeezing the excess water, you can marinate them in your favorite sauces or seasonings.What I love about these soy curls is their versatility. Depending on your preference, you can chop them up for different dishes, bake them, or sauté them. They absorb flavors wonderfully, making them a fantastic addition to stir-fries, tacos, or a protein-packed salad topping.Traveling with them is also super convenient, especially when you need a reliable vegan protein source to cook quickly at a hotel or a campsite. They are non-GMO and preservative-free, which makes them a healthy choice.Without the added spices or sauces, the curls will not have flavor. Some people may not like it. But we are happy to eat them from time to time.

Let me begin by stating that I am an off and on vegetarian. Raised as an omni, I became a veg-head after my first child was born - not by choice, but by necessity. It wasn't a bad experience as I have always liked vegetables, but I was used to having them share the spotlight with fish, chicken, beef, or pork. Fast forward 13 years and, though I do not eat fish, beef or pork and very seldom eat chicken, I often find myself craving the texture of it - chicken that is. (I do not crave fish, beef or pork but my craving for chicken causes me to pinch a piece or two off of my DH's plate at least twice monthly). Anyhoo...I have tried to satisfy my cravings with various "fake meats" but it has never worked and, after a while, I became more concerned with the long list of ingredients on the side of the packaging than my cravings. Not only did these items NOT taste like the foods they were trying to mimic, they were off in texture and scent. So, back to a plate of veggies I went. Again, nothing bad here - Veggies, pasta, bean chili and veg sandwiches are da bomb - until you've had it too much. Then the bomb is in your tummy.In an effort to try to come up with some new flavors, I searched the web for recipes. I happened across a seitan recipe and was ready to take the plunge until I happened to find Soy Curls (I really wasn't looking for a "homemade" seitan recipe anyways).I found several sites with positive Soy Curls reviews and decided that I had to try it. I ordered my $8 bag...and waited.Once received, I tried them the best way I could think of - fried! I hydrated the 1 cup of the pieces in no-chicken broth, battered (like normal chicken), then fried them. Guess what? These things are good - so good that my omni fam was asking for them. I over salted (first try), but the fam said the curls still had good flavor, texture AND tasted like fried chicken. I know you are thinking that I have jacked up taste buds but these things really tasted like chicken (Seriously)! I will try another recipe and update, as we know the first try can be a fluke. Seriously, give these a try- they are really, really good.*Update* 6/5/2013Yep guys...soy curls are da bomb. I tried these as a cheese steak substitute (I normally just use onions, peppers, and mushrooms) and the fam told me they could not tell the difference between my soy version and the beef version! I learned that 1 cup is too much for one person. Today, I used 1/2 cup and I think this will be my standard.We will try seasoning as a salad 'meat' next time. :)I agree with others regarding the purchase price here on my beloved Amazon -it's too high. However, I do urge trying a bag here first. Yeah, it's $8 but it's better to find you don't like one bag of them for $8 vs 6 bags for $30. Also, remember to hydrate thoroughly so that the flavors you desire will come through but be light on the salt. Lastly, these puppies can be baked, fried, and sautéed - oh my!!Overall good purchase!*Update* 6/11/13Ok, so I haven't tried any as a salad garnish yet. However, DH grilled out yesterday and I was excited to see if I could get that same chargrilled flavor with the curls. Ummm, ummm, ummm...very good! After soaking in a mixture Worcestershire and Chipotle Tabasco sauce, I sautéed, placed in aluminum foil and plopped on the grill. Once again, the fam liked my dinner - maybe a bit too much as they began to offer me the food from their plates (feeling guilty about eating mine, maybe???).I will try as a salad garnish tomorrow and update soon afterwards.