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A by-product of soybean oil, this high protein food substitute is produced from a dough containing soy flour that has been processed to remove the fats contained in the soy substance. Also commonly known as TSP or Textured Soy Protein, the Vegetable Protein is baked and extruded through cutting knives that slice the baked dough into small, irregularly shaped pieces. After being baked, extruded and cut, the hard textured pieces of Protein need to be rehydrated in either hot or cold water to be softened for eating.