Saccha

Saccha is a yest food product based on saccharomyces cerevisiae II. It is a food with several uses, and is sometimes called "yeast cheese". While it has a cheesey or nutty flavor not unlike Saccha Chips (and in fact it is made of the same yeast as the latter), it is not a cheese substitute and cannot typically be used as such in cooking. Saccharomyces cerevisiae II is a modified form of Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast that forms small colony masses. These small masses are partially dehydrated before being pressed into a block, wheel or log. The final product is either brined or (in more expensive versions) soaked in yeast oil and packaged to prevent drying. It is a popular food, especially in Ousho City where it is mass produced. Completely vegan (and cheaper than real cheese in most places), it can be used as a replacement for Parmesan, which it has a similar flavor to.



Like dehydrated varieties of Saccha chips, it is high in protein and B-complex vitamins, so it makes a healthy snack. It is low in saturated fats and sodium (unless brined). It is popularly eaten alone, or grated on various dishes. On Oushu, a popular cheap (but flavorful) snack is steamed or fried Nutri-Noodle with a heavy grating of Saccha.