Soybeans, belonging to the legume family, are an annual herbaceous agricultural plant that grows about 1-1.5 meters tall.
The natural homeland of soybeans is the Far East, especially known as a legume species native to East Asia. However, over time, it has spread to different continents and made a great impact on the world cuisine. Soybeans are notable for their high protein content compared to other vegetables.
This food source is also extremely rich in omega-3 fats, polyunsaturated fats, various antioxidants, phytochemicals and fiber. Soybeans contain vitamins B1, B2, E and K, and are rich in minerals such as phosphorus, iron, zinc, copper, manganese, potassium and sodium.
Known as a rich source of protein, soybeans are used in many different fields. Today, this plant, which is mostly grown in Asia, South and North America, is used not only as food, but also as a raw material in the animal feed, pharmaceutical, alcohol, fertilizer and oil industries.