Shandi Global utilizes high moisture meat analogous (HMMA) technology to produce plant-based meat substitutes that replicate the texture and flavor of whole-cut meat, while eliminating undesirable tastes through natural enzyme inhibition. Their products offer a sustainable, high-protein alternative to conventional meat, reducing land use, greenhouse gas emissions, and water consumption.
Funding
$11.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Consumers seeking plant-based meat alternatives often find that existing products fail to replicate the taste and texture of whole-cut meat, and may also have undesirable flavors. Conventional meat production also has a significant environmental impact, requiring substantial land and water resources and contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.
Solution
Shandi Global utilizes high-moisture meat analog (HMMA) technology to produce plant-based meat substitutes that closely mimic the texture and flavor of whole-cut meat. Their patented process, which includes natural enzyme inhibition, eliminates undesirable tastes, ensuring a clean flavor profile. Shandi's products offer a sustainable and high-protein alternative to conventional meat, reducing land use, greenhouse gas emissions, and water consumption. The company's technology uses non-GMO ingredients such as pea protein, chickpeas, quinoa, flax seeds, brown rice, and coconut oil to develop plant-based chicken.
Target Audience
Shandi Global targets restaurants, schools, hospitals, food manufacturers, and catering services seeking sustainable and healthy meat alternatives.
Features
- High Moisture Meat Analog (HMMA) technology for whole-cut meat texture replication
- MeatSense™ natural flavor system replicating the taste chemistry of meat using plant-based ingredients
- Natural enzyme inhibition technology to eliminate unpleasant beany tastes
- Products packed with 30% protein, comparable to regular chicken
- Free from artificial flavors and GMOs, containing all essential amino acids
- Production of patties, shreds, and minced plant-based products