3D Printed vegan Salmon Filet enters supermarket - and it's Fungi-Based!

Despite the dramatic loss of coral reefs and the increasing presence of toxins and microplastics, the demand for seafood has paradoxically skyrocketed in the last decade. With 60% of fish stocks already overfished, the need for authentic alternatives has never been more urgent.

Recognizing that no existing technology could authentically replicate the traditional culinary experience offered by the fat and muscle tissue in conventional fish filets. The startup developed a completely new production machinery - from scratch, which aims to capture the essence of salmon.

The new technology by Revo Foods allows the seamless integration of fat into a fibrous protein matrix - leading to a new generation of komplex vegan alternatives with the typical “flakiness” and the juicy fibers of conventional fish filets.

“With the milestone of industrial-scale 3D food printing, we are entering a creative food revolution, an era where food is being crafted exactly according to the customer needs. We are not just creating a vegan alternative; we are shaping the future of food itself."  
- Robin Simsa, CEO of Revo Foods

Mycoprotein is derived from a filamentous fungus. This remarkable protein source requires only minimal processing. It is low in fat, high in fiber and packed with essential amino acids - making it a nutritious choice for health-conscious individuals. 

The mycoprotein used is the result of a co-development between Revo Foods and the Swedish startup Mycorena, in which Mycorena's “Promyc” protein base was optimized for 3D printing purposes. This development was supported with 1.5 Mill EUR of European funding.

THE FILET stands out among vegan alternatives with a superior nutritional value and carefully selected ingredients, including fungi protein and algae oils (DHA, EPA).

THE FILET is is high in protein, high in Omega-3 fatty acids, and contains all nine essential amino acids along with vitamins B6, B12, B3, B2, A, and D2. Additionally it is free of added sugar, gluten, and cholesterol, catering to various dietary preferences and needs.

Customers across Europe can order THE FILET at Revo Foods online shop from October 1^st. The initial launch partner for THE FILET on September ^14th is REWE/BILLA, one of the biggest European retailers.

Revo Foods is a Vienna-based startup founded in 2020 that is pioneering large-volume 3D Food Printing technology for the production of meat alternatives. First products of the company are already available in major retailers across Europe (e.g. EDEKA, TESCO, CONTINENTE...) and the startup became market leader for fish alternatives in Austria in 2022. The startup has two patents on a new technology for continuous 3D printing of proteins, and has been funded with 7 Mill EUR to date. The diverse team of 40 international scientists and engineers works towards the mission to prevent overfishing by offering next-level vegan seafood that get consumers excited about sustainable alternatives.

For more information about THE FILET and Revo Foods, please visit www.revo-foods.com

Contact Information: Revo Foods GmbH, Neudeggergasse 13, 1080 Vienna, Austria