Chunk Foods Launches Innovative Meat Alternatives With Fermentation Technology
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
Israeli company Chunk Foods has launched a new line of meat alternatives called "CHUNK," utilizing fermentation technology to achieve realistic meat texture and taste. The products, made from soy and wheat proteins, offer high nutritional value and are available in various forms like pulled meat and steaks. The "blue and white" (Israeli-made) alternatives are already featured in over 100 restaurants across Israel, receiving positive reviews for their juiciness and flavor.
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- Chunk Foods uses fermentation to create meat alternatives with realistic texture and taste.
- The "CHUNK" products offer 23g of protein per 100g and are suitable for ketogenic diets.
- Available products include pulled meat in four sauces and various steak cuts.
- The meat alternatives are served in over 100 restaurants across Israel.
- Chunk Foods emphasizes its "blue and white" (Israeli-made) origin.
Israeli company Chunk Foods has introduced a new line of meat alternatives designed to mimic the texture and taste of real meat, utilizing a unique fermentation process. Unlike many existing plant-based products that rely on printing or extensive processing, Chunk Foods employs fermentation, similar to methods used for cheese, wine, and miso, to create its products. This technique, according to the company, not only enhances flavor and texture but also adds health benefits.
The company's "CHUNK" products are made from soy and wheat proteins, with a short ingredient list free of artificial additives. They boast a high nutritional value, offering 23 grams of protein per 100 grams, along with iron and B12, and are suitable for ketogenic diets. The products are available in various forms, including "pulled meat" in four sauce flavors (barbacoa, teriyaki, Korean barbecue, and Texas barbecue) priced at 39.90 shekels, whole slabs (226 grams) also for 39.90 shekels, thick "Steakhouse Cut" steaks (170 grams) for 29.90 shekels, and thin "minute steak" style steaks.
Reviewers have praised the "CHUNK" products for their juicy, chewy, and satisfying texture, comparable to a real steak, with a pronounced grilled flavor. The pulled meat is also noted as a significant improvement for dishes like burritos, offering a delicious and convenient option. The company highlights that these alternatives provide a substantial replacement for years of less satisfying soy-based products.
Since its founding, Chunk Foods has gained international traction, with its products now served in over 100 restaurants across Israel. Notable establishments include Hudson (in Ramat Hachayal and Lilienblum), Pitmaster, Mexicana, Takeria, Briloche, and Meshek Barzilai. The company emphasizes its "blue and white" (Israeli-made) origin, offering a visually appealing and flavorful meat substitute.