4 protein products that will replace meat in your daily diet

Plant substitutes for eggs, beef, chicken and pork are a useful addition to your diet.

These plant proteins absorb the aroma of everything , which makes them extremely versatile.

Mushrooms

Protein: porcini mushrooms, porcini mushrooms and portobello are easy to find in the markets.

When to use: fried for sandwiches and salads, stuffed with cheese, stewed for pasta.

Pro tips: instead of rinsing, wipe with a damp paper towel; cook over low heat.

Tempeh

Protein: cooked and fermented soybeans in cake form.

When to use: cut into slices , to replace bacon or crumble like ground beef (for tacos).

Pro tip: Cut into thin strips, then marinate before cooking.

Seitan

Protein: vegan protein from wheat gluten and water.

When to use: marinate and bake in slices, bread and fry in straws, or grill on skewers.

Pro tip: Watch out for high sodium in packaged versions or make your own.

Tofu

Protein: Soy milk pressed into white blocks has m' what a neutral taste.

When to use: instead of eggs in breakfast dough; in a stir-fry or smoothie.

Pro tip: first squeeze out the water with paper towels, then marinate the tofu according to the recipe.