Planted Launches “First of a Kind” Fermented Whole Cut Steak, Unveils Cutting-Edge Facility
Swiss foodtech company Planted has launched a new fermented steak alternative, the first product to be developed using the company’s whole-muscle platform. Made from soy protein, rapeseed oil, bean and rice flours, and microbial cultures, the product is said to be the first plant-based steak to use all-natural ingredients and no additives, while retaining a juicy, tender texture. The steak alternative is high in protein, fibre, and micronutrients such as B12 and iron, with low levels of saturated fat. Additionally, the plant-based steak is said to generate 97% fewer CO2e emissions per product weight compared to animal steak, and requires 81% less freshwater. The use of fermentation boosts the taste of the product while also improving properties such as tenderness. Whole-muscle platform Planted’s whole-muscle platform …