In an effort to make its WingStreet menu more accessible to vegetarians and vegans alike, Pizza Hut has just debuted new plant-based Vegan Wings in Australia. And for those who do eat meat, the chain is also serving up new Crunchy Boneless Wings.
Pizza Hut's new plant-based Vegan Wings look just like battered chicken wings, but without the meat. Instead of chicken, the plant-based wings are made with a wheat protein with a meat-like texture and crunchy exterior. As for the new Crunchy Boneless Wings, this dish is made with chicken breast meat and fried in a unique breadcrumb-like crunchy coating. Both of the new wing options can be enjoyed with a variety of sauces, many of which are also vegan-friendly.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Plant-based Fast Food
- The rise of plant-based fast food products creates an opportunity for companies to cater to vegetarian and vegan customers.
- Meat Alternatives
- The increasing demand for meat alternatives opens up opportunities for companies to experiment with different plant-based proteins and textures to replicate the taste and texture of meat.
- Vegan-friendly Menus
- More restaurants and fast food chains are offering vegan-friendly options on their menus to attract more customers and cater to a growing market.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fast Food Industry
- Fast food companies can innovate and add more meat alternative and plant-based options on their menus to attract a broader audience.
- Food Manufacturing Industry
- Food manufacturing companies have the opportunity to develop new plant-based meat alternatives and innovative textures to replicate the taste of meat.
- Catering Industry
- Catering companies that specialize in vegetarian and vegan cuisine have an opportunity to expand their offerings and cater to a growing market of health-conscious consumers.
