EFISHient Protein Develops Plant-Based Grouper Fillet Prototype Ahead of Cultivated Product
EFISHient Protein has introduced its first prototype of a plant-based grouper fillet, replicating the texture and structure of the widely consumed white fish. The product is formulated from plant-derived ingredients, designed for commercial preparation and distribution, offering an alternative to traditional seafood without impacting marine ecosystems. Bridging the gap The company’s development of the plant-based fillet serves as an interim step in its research and development pipeline while progressing toward a cultivated grouper fillet. The future product will combine real grouper fish cells with cultivated seafood technology to replicate the sensory and nutritional profile of wild-caught grouper. EFISHient Protein’s cultivated fillet is intended to provide a protein-rich option free from antibiotics, mercury, and microplastics, issues commonly associated with conventional seafood. Dana Levin, CEO of EFISHient …