# Meat-Mimicking Flavor Pods The Pulke Herb Infuser is a Clever Seasoning-Stuffed Ingredient By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-01-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulke-herb-infuser References: [1designperday](http://www.1designperday.com/2014/01/29/pulke-as-herb-infuser-by-ototo/) & [ototodesign](http://ototodesign.com/PRODUCTS.aspx) The Pulke Herb Infuser introduces a commonly forgotten element into Western cuisine -- the presence of [spices and seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosh-seasonings). These make soups and stews a great deal more delicious and they're every bit as important for flavor and substance as the meaty morsels that you might toss into the mix. The [OTOTO culinary implement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ototo-and-everyplate) comprises a perforated basket and plastic handle that helps you to stir the product into your simmering recipe and retrieve it once more. When snapped together, the item takes on the appearance of a chicken drumstick with its flesh-like orange capsule and its bone-like cap. To use the Pulke Herb Infuser, simply fill it with whole parsley or basil and savory seeds and avoid blending them into your supper to keep your teeth fleck-free after eating. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Spice Revival:** An opportunity to create new innovative products that incorporate spices and seasonings into Western cuisine. - **Meat Substitutes:** The rise of meat-mimicking flavor pods presents an opportunity to develop new products that cater to the meat-free market. - **Functional Culinary Instruments:** An opportunity to develop new culinary tools that add function and style to the kitchen. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can incorporate meat-mimicking flavor pods to create new vegetarian or vegan products with unique flavors. - **Kitchenware:** The kitchenware industry can create more innovative and functional culinary instruments like the Pulke Herb Infuser. - **Spices and Herbs:** The spices and herbs industry can leverage the Pulke Herb Infuser and the rise of spice-centric dishes to create new products and spice blends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bath Bomb-Like Cooking Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavour-bombs.md) - [Instant Chicken Stock Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookstix.md) - [Edible Savory Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tofurky-gravy-spray.md) - [Plant-Based Pulled Meat Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunk-pulled-products.md) - [Fizzing Flavor Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ez-bombs.md) - [Kid-Friendly Gourmet Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustus-vitae-kids-menu.md) - [Traditionally Inspired Vegan Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-dumpling.md) - [Spicy 3D-Printed Bouillons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimchi-bouillons.md) - [Compressed Seasoning Medallions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coin-broth.md)