Soy Milk Powder

• 1). Rinse the soybeans well to remove all of the dust. Once rinsed, drain the beans thoroughly to remove as much water as possible. Avoid using a paper towel or other cloth to dry the beans since fibers can get attached. You may choose to prepare the beans a day early and allow them to dry overnight. Though, no difference exists in soy powder results if the beans undergo rinsing, roasting and grinding on the same day.
  
  
• 2). Roast the soybeans in the popcorn machine or frying pan for browning. For roasting in the popcorn maker, stir the beans occasionally to avoid burning. When using a frying pan for roasting the beans, use high heat and stir the beans constantly. Constant stirring keeps the beans from roasting unevenly. Whether using a popcorn maker or a frying pan, 10 to 15 minutes completes the roasting process. Or do a taste test. Tender beans confirm that the roasting is complete.
  
  
• 3). Remove the beans from the popcorn maker or frying pan immediately once they appear browned. Place the roasted soy beans into the blender, coffee grinder or special grinder. A quick transfer from heat to grinder ensures the beans will grind to a smooth powder. If the beans cool before grinding, they harden, making grinding difficult. The beans must be warm. Five to eight minutes of grinding time yields smooth soy milk powder.
  
  
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  In Japan, the soybean is called edamame.Jupiterimages/liquidlibrary/Getty Images
  
  Transfer the soy milk powder into an airtight container. Store the powder in a dark, cool place. Use the fresh powder during the next two weeks. The soy milk powder can be added to water to make soy milk, or it can be used for desserts, smoothies or in a recipe of your choice to increase the protein content of a meal. Also, many individuals use soy powder in a warm bath for softening skin.