At this point, you can find vegan alternatives to animal products on store shelves anywhere you go, whether that’s cheese, beef, pork, chicken, or eggs. The only category that’s been lacking? Seafood. Until now, that is.
While there are a couple OG brands already offering vegan tuna—including Loma Linda and Sophie’s Kitchen—it’s going to be hard to compete with Good Catch. The revolutionary new company—which was co-founded by two vegan chef brothers, Derek and Chad Sarno—officially has three flavors of tuna available: Oil & Herbs, Mediterranean, and Naked in Water. And they’re spot-on.
Good Catch’s secret to vegan tuna that could fool just about anyone is all in its six-protein blend of pea protein, soy protein, chickpea flour, lentil protein, faba protein, and navy bean flour. Then with the addition of algal oil and seaweed powder, it has the ultimate fishy texture and flavor.
“We’ve created a true tuna texture and taste profile. Good Catch products are a one-to-one swap in any recipe that calls for tuna, and can be the centerpiece of any entrée, sandwich, chowder, or salad,” said Chad Sarno in a statement. “Plant-based tuna is the culmination of our experience as plant-based chefs, combined with our passion for healthy eating as well as animal and environmental welfare. We’re redefining seafood for omnivores and plant-based eaters alike.”
Since the products are now available at Whole Foods, as well as on Thrive Market (currently for 25 percent off!), you better believe I’ll be stocking up. And, you know, crossing my fingers that some vegan shrimp for my fettuccine Alfredo is next on the company’s release list.