# Vegan Heat-and-Eat Dumplings These Bibigo Steamed Dumplings are Microwave-Ready By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-10-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steamed-dumplings References: [kedglobal](https://www.kedglobal.com/food-beverage/newsView/ked202310180020) & [kedglobal](https://www.kedglobal.com/stock?shotCode=A097950)  These new Bibigo Steamed Dumplings are a series of vegan-friendly products from the South Korea-based [CJ CheilJedang Corp.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitesized-seaweed-snacks) as a range of items for the UK, Australia and Singapore markets. The products include the Bibigo Japchae Steamed Dumplings and the Bibogo Green Chili Steamed Dumplings, which are both characterized by their [plant-based recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-wow-bao). The products are crafted with an in-house-developed textured vegetable protein (TVP) to give the dumplings a meat-like texture that's satisfying and filling. The new Bibigo Steamed Dumplings respond to the increasing demand for [meat alternative products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unlimeat-2) around the world. The dumplings come packaged in trays that are ready to be tossed in the microwave for preparation in minutes to make them great for lunch, dinner or snacks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 19% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Vegan-plant-based Dumplings:** The Bibigo Steamed Dumplings are vegan-friendly products made with plant-based recipes and textured vegetable protein (TVP) to mimic the texture of meat. - **Microwave-ready Meals:** The Bibigo Steamed Dumplings come in trays that can be microwaved, catering to the demand for convenient and quick meal options. - **Meat Alternative Products:** The increasing demand for meat alternatives worldwide creates opportunities for products like Bibigo Steamed Dumplings that provide a satisfying and filling meat-like texture without using animal products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Delivery:** The rise of vegan-plant-based dumplings presents a disruptive opportunity for the food delivery industry to offer more diverse and convenient options for customers. - **Frozen Food:** The microwave-ready feature of Bibigo Steamed Dumplings taps into the frozen food industry, capitalizing on the demand for quick and easy frozen meal solutions. - **Meat Replacement Market:** The Bibigo Steamed Dumplings contribute to the growing meat replacement market, catering to individuals seeking plant-based alternatives without sacrificing taste or texture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frozen Korean Cuisine Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korean-dumplings.md) - [Traditionally Inspired Vegan Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-dumpling.md) - [Delectable Dumpling Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-dumpling-bites.md) - [Asian-Inspired Protein Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sobo-foods.md) - [Packaged Korean Beef Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bibigo-beef-bulgogi-mandu.md) - [Prep-Free Soup Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steamed-vegetable-soup-dumplings.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Steamed Buns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-meat-buns.md) - [Crispy Plant-Based Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-dumplings.md) - [Prepackaged Veggie-Only Spring Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetable-spring-rolls.md)