# Meat alternative: TVP

Source: https://projectgcse.co.uk/food_technology/vegetarian_foods/meat_alternative_tvp

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- TVP stands for textured vegetable protein.
- It is made from Soya flour which is made from removing the fat from soya beans. It is then mixed with water and forced through small holes at high pressure.
- It has a meat like texture.
- TVP is used in burgers, sausages etc.