planted.steak on sale

Planted is now bringing the first fermented steak of its kind to retailers 

A juicy steak with a strong bite that provides a steakhouse-quality culinary experience at home - this is exactly what Planted has developed on a plant-based basis and, following its successful launch in the food service industry, has now also brought to German retailers. Thanks to an innovative fermentation process, the Swiss food tech pioneer has created an unmistakable umami taste with its first plant-based steak, revolutionizing the meat industry. True to the company's philosophy, the steak is made exclusively from natural ingredients such as soy protein, rapeseed oil, bean and rice flour and a special mixture of microbial cultures. It doesn't get any cleaner than this!  

The planted.steak: meat lovers won't believe their eyes 

Planted heralds a new era in the category of large plant-based cuts of meat with its first plant-based steak - healthy ingredients that offer exceptional flavor, juiciness and tenderness. The planted.steak also features an innovative steak also has an unmistakable umami flavor thanks to an innovative fermentation process. In this way, the company is creating a new category of food for the world of tomorrow that is even more nutritious, tastier and juicier than anything the start-up has developed to date. Because fermentation is one of the most versatile processes in nature. It has an incomparable ability to improve and optimize the taste, tenderness and wholesomeness of food. and optimize it. The use of fermentation technology enables Planted to find new clean and healthy protein sources while improving taste and naturalness. This overcomes previous limitations of alternative proteins and can be seen in the planted.steak because it perfectly replicates the incomparable texture of a high-quality steak fillet - a great eating experience without sacrificing anything.

Nutritional values Ingredients, diverse preparation options 

True to the company's philosophy, the steak is made exclusively from natural ingredients such as soy protein, rapeseed oil, bean and rice flour and a special blend of microbial cultures and is a testament to sustainable culinary ingenuity. It has a high protein and fiber content, contains important micronutrients such as vitamin B12 and iron and has a low saturated fat content. The planted.steak offers the health-conscious palate and true gourmets a steak that is juicy, tender and full of flavor. It is therefore suitable for anyone who loves the bite and experience of red meat and wants to enjoy the pleasure without the adverse effects. Its versatility also invites creativity - whether you want to enjoy a relaxed dinner at home, impress your guests with restaurant quality or host an impromptu barbecue party in the summer, the planted.steak is the perfect choice. The planted.steak is easy to prepare and always on point. Combine it with a variety of side dishes such as fresh salad, crispy chips or your favorite seasonal vegetables - there are no limits to your culinary creativity. Planted offers a variety of recipes on its website.

planted.steak: already the favorite of the gastronomy industry 

During the research and development process, Planted worked with more than 50 restaurateurs to develop a steak that is unparalleled in terms of taste, texture, processing and flavor experience. "Our planted.steak is crafted to satisfy even the most discerning palate. This is a real game changer - not just for us, but for the industry as a whole"says Planted co-founder Judith Wemmer. "No other plant-based steak uses only natural ingredients, no additives and is characterized by such juiciness and tenderness."

With the plant-based steak, Planted is once again underlining its pioneering role and innovative strength in the field of alternative proteins. Since March 2024, the planted.steak has been available for consumption in many European restaurants, such as Tim Raue's Michelin-starred restaurant in Berlin and Tim Mälzer's Bullerei in Hamburg. All participating restaurants can be found here to find them.

"The planted.steak has a great structure and texture, its bite is exceptional and, together with its hearty taste, it is simply the best ingredient for a vegan main course for us! It makes our guests go into raptures and creates enthusiasm. The team in the kitchen and I really enjoy cooking with it", says Tim Raue, Michelin star chef from Berlin.

The steak of the future 

The planted.steak is not only a culinary innovation, but also a scalable and sustainable solution to the environmental challenges associated with traditional meat production - especially beef production. In the production of a planted.steak produces 97% less CO2 emissions per kilogram compared to its animal counterpart. Beef production requires large areas of pasture or agricultural land for the cultivation of animal feed. Considerable amounts of energy, land and other resources are also required for production. The digestion of cattle and manure release additional greenhouse gases. greenhouse gases. Compared Compared to poultry or pigs, cattle have a longer growing period before they are ready for slaughter. During this time, they consume feed and continuously produce methane. The production of the planted.steak also requires 81% less water than its its animal counterpart.

By significantly reducing CO2 emissions and water consumption, Planted meat products are paving the way to a more sustainable future without compromising on taste, quality and enjoyment. 

Availability 

The planted.steak is now available for 3.99 euros RRP in the Planted web store, nationally at REWE and soon at other food retailers, and can already be found on the menus of various restaurants in Germany and Austria.