SoyaJoy Soymilk Maker allows you to have fresh soymilk for a lot less
Written: Jul 17 '03 (Updated Jul 18 '03)
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Pros: Saves a lot of Money, Easy to use
Cons: I can't think of any yet...
The Bottom Line: If you would like to save money on soymilk and have it fresh with more control over what goes in your milk, I highly recommend this machine.
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| seahealth's Full Review: Soyajoy Soy Milk Maker |
I like soymilk but I don't like the prices at the store which was the one reason I didn't buy it as much as I would have liked to. Most of them cost about $3-$4 for half a gallon on average.
I saw a soymilk maker in a health food store exactly a week ago and decided it was something I wanted to look into. I wanted to make sure I was investing in a durable and easy to use product that was going to give me a high quality soymilk. I solicited advice from people who have used them and got plenty of feedback. I also did considerable research online to find out what is on the market and compare them. I narrowed it down to two companies and later today I may have a chance to see the other one I didn't buy because I honestly think they may be the same exact machine. If so, I will add that information to this review. (Update: I visited the health food store to check out the other machine and they are indeed the same exact machine. This sort of reminds me how Ford/Mercury & GMC/Chevrolet put out the same product with different "labels" or "brands". Because the only thing that is different between the machines is the logo/company name and it is affixed to the machine with a decal). I had it narrowed down to the SoyMilker and the SoyaJoy machines. I went with SoyaJoy because I was able to get feedback from satisfied users who have had the machine for a year or more who use them regularly and also because their web site provided a lot more detail about the product.
Using the machine is the easiest thing to do. You take 100 grams of soybeans (dried) measuring with the cup provided, rinse them in water, place in water and soak for 6-16 hours (8-10) is what is recommended. Soak in the fridge for temperature control. Then you simply add water to the line specified on the pitcher. Place the head on the machine. Rinse and drain the beans and then pour them into the hole on the top of the machine. Press the Start button and about 15 minutes later the machine beeps to let you know it is done. Then you take the soymilk and put it in the fridge to cool. And you clean the machine afterwards with the easy instructions and tools that are provided.
This machine also has additional cycles and controls you can use such as described above and also a grinding only cycle, a grinding and heating cycle, and a heating only cycle.
This particular model is designed to prevent boil over during the process of making your soymilk and you do not have to heat the water first since it also does that for you. It has a thermostat which detects the exact temperature and a sensor at the top that detects the liquid level to prevent boil over.
We tested it out with the sample of Laura Beans from Fairview Farms that were included with the unit and it tasted great. Additional soybeans can be purchased directly from FairviewFarms.com. They are grown specifically for soymilk to not have as beany of a flavor.
I concluded that the flavor of fresh is definitely better than store bought (the brand I have bought most was Silk Vanilla). Additionally, you have control over additives. Your fresh soymilk will keep for 1 week in the fridge. No need for preservatives or chemicals.
A lot of information is available at soymilkmaker.com on the SoyaJoy machine including recipes and plenty of detailed pictures.
You can also make your own tofu and soy yogurt with the milk and they also have the tools available for making the tofu via their site.
I also learned that you can use the ground up beans in recipes as well, they call it Okara. So not only do you get your soymilk for less, you also have the pulp left over for cooking as well.
Some highlights about the machine you probably want to know:
Seamless Stainless Steel Construction Pitcher
Stainless Steel permanent filter
Stainless steel construction of all parts in contact with soymilk
Microprocessor controlled, automatic grinding, heating and filtering
Makes 50 ounces each operation (Six-glasses, 1.5-liter)
One year warranty
Soymilk as little as $0.20 per gallon
Three year warranty on blades and pitcher
Free recipe booklet, cleaning kit, sample soybeans
Can use to make nut milks also
Specifications
Size - 7.4" x 9.2" x 13.6"
Weight - 6.5 lbs.
Capacity - 1.5 liters (0.4 gallons)
Stainless steel construction
Permanent stainless steel filter
Cycle time - 15 minutes
Max power - 800W,
Available in 110 V, 60 Hz, and 220-240V, 50 Hz.
Recommended:
Yes
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Sheri, Seasilver Associate, Sea-Health.net
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