# Shelf-Stable Plant-Based Scallops Mind Blown Shelf-Stable Sea Scallops Don't Need Refrigeration By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-03-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-scallop References: [vegconomist](https://vegconomist.com/products-launches/plant-based-shelf-stable-scallops/) & [plantbasedseafoodco](https://plantbasedseafoodco.com/products/new-mind-blown-sea-scallops)  The Plant Based Seafood Co. is known for creating Mind Blown plant-based scallops and now it's introducing its first shelf-stable seafood alternative with Mind Blown Shelf-Stable Sea Scallops. These first-of-their-kind plant-based scallops don't need to be sold or stored in the fridge or freezer but they can be used in a wide range of recipes. Whether someone is looking to avoid traditional seafood, soy or other allergens, these shelf-stable plant-based scallops promise to satisfy, all the while adding convenience to weekday meals. Like the brand's previously released scallops, these ones sold in shelf-stable packaging make the most of konjac root to mimic the texture and flavor of real scallops. To prepare, the Mind Blown Shelf-Stable Sea Scallops can be drained, then rinsed and sauteed in a skillet or fried with oil. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 15% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Shelf-stable Plant-based Foods:** The creation of shelf-stable plant-based alternatives provides convenience for consumers without compromising taste or nutrition. - **Konjac Root-based Alternatives:** The use of konjac root in plant-based alternatives provides a unique texture and flavor, creating new opportunities for innovation. - **Alternative Protein Sources:** The rise in popularity of plant-based proteins and seafood alternatives provides opportunities for companies to cater to various dietary restrictions and preferences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Plant-based Food:** The plant-based food industry can explore the use of konjac root and shelf-stable packaging to create new alternative seafood products. - **Seafood Industry:** The seafood industry can explore the use of konjac root and other plant-based alternatives to create new sustainable seafood options for consumers. - **Food Packaging Industry:** The food packaging industry can explore the development of shelf-stable packaging options for plant-based foods and alternative protein sources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dusted Plant-based Scallops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-scallops.md) - [Plant-Based Crispy Fried Shrimps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-shrimp.md) - [Alt Seafood Scallops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alt-seafood.md) - [Plant-Based Crab Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-blown.md) - [Plant-Based Seafood Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boldly-plant-based-seafood.md) - [Plant-Powered Calamari Steaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calamari-steaks.md) - [Plant-Based Squid Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-squid.md) - [Groundbreaking Seafood Sub-Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-seafood-co.md) - [Shelf-Stable Vegan Salamis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-deli-meats.md)