Revo Foods has proudly inaugurated the largest industrial facility in the world dedicated to the production of 3D printed food, where it has developed its innovative mycoprotein salmon-style filet.
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This Austrian food technology firm has launched the facility, named The Taste Factory, located in Vienna. Here, Revo Foods employs its proprietary 3D structuring technology to produce alternative proteins featuring “innovative textures and new functionalities” on an expansive scale.
Key components such as nutrient density, texture, flavor, and production scale are essential in the competition to deliver alternative proteins that can rival the outputs of traditional animal agriculture.
When operating at maximum output, the facility’s monthly production capacity reaches 60 tons of alternative proteins. Utilizing 3D structuring technology, it can create intricate mixtures of fat and protein that mimic the tender, juicy, and nutrient-rich layers found in high-quality plant-based meats.
The new plant-based salmon from Revo Foods, called The Filet, has earned an impressive Nutri-Score of “A.” It’s rich in protein and enhanced with omega-3 as well as vitamins B6, B9, and B12. In addition to being high in fiber, The Filet is free from cholesterol, sugar, and gluten. As described by Revo Foods, it features “delicate layers” that separate easily during baking or frying, much like real fish.
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Earlier this year, the Vienna City Council filed a case against Revo Foods for allegedly “misleading” consumers with its initial pea protein-based salmon offering, but the court ultimately dismissed the case.
“We regard this as a significant achievement for innovations in plant-based products,” stated Revo Foods CEO Dr. Robin Simsa in a comment to Plant Based News (PBN). “The current legal challenges faced by plant-based companies highlight that vegan items are becoming serious competitors to traditional animal-based products in the food industry.”
Revo Foods describes its new mycoprotein-based vegan fish as being merely “inspired by” salmon. This Fillet will hit the shelves of European supermarkets starting October 3, 2024, including over 1200 REWE stores. The product is also accessible for purchase online through Revo Foods.
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