# Vegan Teriyaki Chicken Gardein's Teriyaki Chick’n Strips Are a Satisfying Meat-Free Alternative By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-12-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meat-free References: [gardein](http://gardein.com/products/teriyaki-chickn-strips/) Gardein carries a variety of [meat-free alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-meat-chicken) to satisfy vegetarians, vegans and even carnivores who like to occasionally partake in rituals like Meatless Mondays. In its line of [imitation chicken products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-impossible-crispy-chicken-fillet) are these Teriyaki Chick’n Strips that come with a sweet sauce to mimic the flavors commonly used in Japanese cuisine. As Gardein demonstrates in its 'Mastering Meatless' video, one of the best things about cooking with a meat-free product is that there’s no risk of under-cooking or any need to sanitize surfaces that have come in contact with the mock meat. Warmed up on the stove from frozen, it only takes a few minutes before this meat-free option is ready to serve. As for what to pair these Japanese-inspired Chick’n Strips with, Gardein suggests [pad thai](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bangkok-bites), quesadillas or salads. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Meat-free Alternatives:** As demand for plant-based diets rises, there is a growing opportunity for companies to create innovative and satisfying meat-free alternatives. - **Convenience Foods:** With an increasing number of consumers looking for quick and easy meal solutions, companies could explore creating more convenient meat-free options that require minimal preparation time. - **Flavor Mimicry:** By developing products that mimic the flavors of meat-based cuisine, companies can appeal to consumers who are looking for meat-free options without sacrificing taste. ### Where This Applies - **Plant-based Food Market:** As more consumers choose to adopt plant-based diets, the plant-based food market is experiencing significant growth, creating opportunities for companies to develop new meat-free options. - **Convenience Food Industry:** With busy lifestyles and a desire for easy meal solutions, the convenience food industry has the potential to capitalize on the demand for more meat-free options that require minimal preparation time. - **Flavor and Fragrance Industry:** As companies strive to develop products that mimic meat-based flavors, there is an opportunity for the flavor and fragrance industry to create innovative flavor profiles that appeal to meat-free consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Plant-Based Chicken Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-chicken-pieces.md) - [Katsu-Style Vegan Chicken Fillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-chicken-fillet.md) - [Pea-Based Chicken Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pea-wheat-plantbased-chickn.md) - [Meatless Indian Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shicken.md) - [Frozen Vegan Chicken Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-chick-n.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Chicken Wing Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/likemeat-like-chickn-wings.md) - [Plant-Based Summertime Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardein-ultimate-plantbased.md) - [Chicken-Free Vegan Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-pop.md) - [Rotisserie-Style Chicken Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotisserie-seasoned-chicken.md)