Is Chao vegan cheese healthy?

The coconut oil in Chao Slices also ups the fat content to 4 grams of saturated fat per slice compared to 2 grams of saturated fat in vegan Daiya Cheddar Style Slices and 3 grams of saturated fat in Tofutti’s Mozzarella Cheese Slices. But Chao Slices never promised to be healthier than dairy cheese, Lee said.

What is vegan Chao cheese?

They are made primarily from coconut by a Greek cheesemaker and flavored with a fermented Taiwanese tofu product called chao. Instead of trying to mimic traditional dairy cheese flavors like cheddar, mozzarella, or monterey jack, we have innovated new flavors that celebrate the brilliance of the plant based kingdom.”

What does Field Roast Chao cheese taste like?

Each slice is thick and has the mouthfeel of cheese, and the taste tastes like cheese but with a very slight coconutty tinge (that’s for the mild one)— the jalapeño version is also amazing. I missed my egg and cheese breakfast and now can have it again. Even if I have a slice plain it tastes good and looks amazing.

What kind of cheese is Chao?

Chao is a coconut-based cheese that is made with fermented tofu. It has a milk taste and doesn’t have an overwhelming coconut taste like some coconut-based cheeses do. Chao is for anyone who loves a melty, gooey cheese and is so good you can eat it all by itself.

Do Chao slices melt?

As you can see by my picture below, Chao Vegan Cheese Slices do indeed melt easily when broiled or sandwiched and heated. That said, I thought they were quite tasty cold, for noshing as a snack or adding another sandwich layer.

Does vegan Chao cheese melt?

As you can see by my picture below, Chao Vegan Cheese Slices do indeed melt easily when broiled or sandwiched and heated.

Is vegan cheese processed?

Like regular cheese, vegan cheese can be part of a healthy diet when used in moderation — but it’s best to avoid highly processed options. However, not all vegan cheeses are created equally. Some versions are highly processed and have less nutritional value than others.

Who makes Chao vegan cheese?

Welcome to Field Roast’s newest family member: a vegan coconut cheese alternative seasoned with a traditionally fermented soybean curd called Chao by the Vietnamese. We continue our fascination with blending Asian and European heritages by partnering with a Greek cheese maker and a family in Taiwan who makes the Chao.

Which is the best vegan cheese?

The 9 Best Vegan Cheeses in 2021

• Best Grated Parmesan: NOOCH IT!
• Best Soy-Free: Violife Just Like Parmesan Block at Amazon.
• Best Cheddar: Field Roast Chao Creamy Original Chao Slices at Amazon.
• Best Shredded: Follow Your Heart Dairy Free Cheddar Shreds at Amazon.
• Best Slices:
• Best Queso:
• Best Cream Cheese:
• Best Ricotta:

Why is it called Chao Cheese?

One of the cool things about Chao is that they are pre-sliced and sandwich ready. The three flavors are Creamy Original, Tomato Cayenne and Coconut Herb. The cheese is called Chao because that is the name of the fermented tofu used in the making of the cheese.