# Dual Protein Meal Combos Outback Steakhouse's New Steak ‘N Mate Combos Include Two Proteins By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2020-09-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-n-mate-combos References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2020/09/04/outback-debuts-new-steak-n-mate-combos-as-part-of-newly-revamped-menu/) & [restaurantnewsrelease](https://www.restaurantnewsrelease.com/outback-steakhouse-introduces-more-ways-to-steak-with-new-menu/85139910/) This fall, [Outback Steakhouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outback-steakhouse-holiday-menu) is giving consumers more ways to enjoy its famous meats with new [Steak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-nashville-hot-wings) ‘N Mate Combos. Outback's new Steak ‘N Mate Combos are part of a recent menu revamp which sees the introduction of new dishes, lower prices, and larger portions. The Steak ‘N Mate Combos category certainly delivers in the big portions category with each dish featuring [two proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-protein). These protein combos include pairings such as the Center-cut Sirloin and Aussie Twisted Ribs, the Ribeye and Choice of Shrimp, or the Filet Mignon and Lobster. With the COVID-19 pandemic causing many consumers to look for ways to stretch a dollar, Outback's new lower prices and larger portions are sure to be a major selling point. Image Credit: Outback Steakhouse ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Protein Pairing Meals:** Opportunity to create unique protein pairings for meals as a selling point - **Menu Revamps:** Opportunity for restaurants to revamp their menus to stay relevant to consumer tastes - **Stretching the Dollar:** Opportunity for businesses to appeal to cost-conscious consumers by offering larger portions at lower prices ### Sectors Adopting This - **Restaurant:** Opportunity for restaurants to offer protein pairing meals and menu revamps to appeal to COVID cost-conscious consumers - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to introduce unique protein pairings for meals that cater to changing consumer preferences - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for hotels and other hospitality businesses to offer larger portions at lower prices on their menus to appeal to cost-conscious travelers ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Cost Casual Dining Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dine-under-menu.md) - [Steak-Paired Hot Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-nashville-hot-wings.md) - [Ocean-Themed Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/great-barrier-eats-menu.md) - [Festive Steakhouse Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outback-steakhouse-holiday-menu.md) - [Signature Smoked Steak Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoked-porterhouse.md) - [Hot Honey-Highlighting Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-heat-season-menu.md) - [Celebratory Throwback Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outback-steakhouse-boomerang-menu.md) - [Asian-Inspired Beef Tenderloin Entrees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-steak.md) - [Chile-Topped Australian Ribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aussie-chook-ribs.md)