Shoprite Tofurky (2024)

FAQs

What happened to Tofurky? ›

The Oregon plant-based food pioneer Turtle Island Foods, better known by its Tofurky brand, has been sold to a Japanese company. The buyer is Torfurky's longtime tofu supplier, Morinaga Nutritional Foods.

Tofurkey (a portmanteau of tofu and turkey) is a plant-based meat substitute patterned after turkey, in the form of a loaf of vegetarian protein, usually made from tofu (soybean protein) or seitan (wheat protein) with a stuffing made from grains or bread, flavored with a broth and seasoned with herbs and spices.

At a school with moderate grade inflation, the Tofurky would earn a B for taste. While the stuffing was genuinely good, the “meat” (wheat gluten and tofu) was a little rubbery and had a disconcerting Asian tang—no doubt a result of the recommended basting concoction: soy sauce and olive oil.

Yes, all of Tofurky's chilled and frozen products are 100% vegan.

"While the store-bought product comes with a few nutritional downsides and aren't the healthiest option, if you like the way it tastes, it can enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy diet," says Berman.

Cook to a temperature of 165F. Do not eat uncooked.

After opened roughly 3-5 days. If unopened we recommend consumption or freezing before the best by date.

Now, the company boasts two options for a plant-based holiday feast: the original Tofurky roast and a plant-based ham roast with an amber ale glaze. With a similar taste to turkey, Tofurky has more protein per serving than regular turkey, ensuring that the consumer is not missing out on nutrients found in meat.

The Tofurky factory in Hood River, Ore., on Nov. 1. The company was founded in 1980. Tofurky is prepared at the Tofurky factory in Hood River on Nov.

Is Tofurky cheaper than turkey? ›

As of the third quarter of 2021, a hearty Thanksgiving dinner serving of turkey costs $1.42. A tofurkey (soybean) dinner serving with the same amount of calories costs $0.66 and provides almost twice as much protein.

The nutritional lowdown

Quorn is higher in protein than tofu (gram for gram, it has double the amount). This means a 125g portion packs provides almost 50% of a woman's daily 45g protein needs.

Plant-based food pioneer Tofurky and its sister brand Moocho have been acquired for an undisclosed amount by Morinaga Nutritional Foods, which is the U.S.-based manufacturer of Mori-Nu Silken Tofu.

Cover and cook at 350°F for 1 hour 15 minutes. Uncover and pour remaining baste over roast. Cook uncovered for 10 more minutes. For a frozen Roast: cook for 2 hours 20 minutes plus 15 minutes uncovered.

Everybody loves Tofurky—including your dog! But there are some holiday treats that it's best not to share with your four-legged friend.

Plant-based food pioneer Tofurky and its sister brand Moocho have been acquired for an undisclosed amount by Morinaga Nutritional Foods, which is the U.S.-based manufacturer of Mori-Nu Silken Tofu.

The Tofurky roast is found in health food grocery stores; however, availability is limited in some areas. Inside the box, it comes in the form of a small but dense roast, wrapped tightly in a disposable casing, and is something of a rounded loaf in shape.

In its latest update to the Turkish Codex Food Regulation, the ministry stated that “products that give the impression of cheese cannot be produced using vegetable oil or other food ingredients.” The new amendment notes that even vacuum packaging is evocative of traditional dairy cheese and could mislead consumers.

Tofurky, a manufacturer of plant-based meats in the USA, is unveiling an exciting new product line for food-service customers at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago on 18-21 May 2024: Next Gen Plant-Based Deli Slices.