Nestlé plant-based sausages launch in Europe
Nestlé is rolling out plant-based sausages that, the company claimed, 'look, taste and cook like a sausage should'.
In Europe, the soy-based Garden Gourmet Incredible Sausage will be available in Bratwurst and Chorizo styles. It will launch for retail starting in March in 11 European markets, including Austria, Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Switzerland. Soon after, versions for restaurants and food service will be available to out of home customers.
"After the huge success of our plant-based burgers and grounds, we’re now adding another favorite. These plant-based sausages really deliver on flavor and texture," said Wayne England, head of Nestlé's food business. "Their juiciness and firm bite means you can cook and enjoy them any way you like, including grilling, roasting or pan-frying."
The new line joins Nestlé's existing range of meat alternatives on the market, including burgers, grounds, nuggets and schnitzels. Garden Gourmet also continues to expand its line of other products 'based on the goodness of vegetables', the company added.
"On top of meat alternatives, our chefs and plant-based food experts are developing tasty and nutritious veggie-centric ingredients and meals. These are full of flavor and surprising textures from vegetables, grains and pulses to inspire plant-based or flexitarian eaters to widen their horizons," England revealed.
