RIP Foods

RIP Foods is a Spanish plant-based food company that specializes in creating vegan meat alternatives. The company, which stands for Rich in Plants, was founded in Barcelona in 2021. RIP Foods focuses on developing plant-based chicken alternatives primarily for the foodservice industry. The company's product portfolio includes minced meat, burgers, gyozas, and a range of Asian-inspired street food items such as chicken katsu, Korean BBQ bao, and spring rolls.

RIP Foods utilizes a proprietary production process called Meatrix, which allows for the encapsulation of fats to improve taste and mouthfeel in their products. This technology aims to mimic the flavor and texture of animal meat while offering the benefits of plant-based ingredients. The company launched its first product, plant-based chicken, in early 2022, followed by what it claimed to be the first plant-based gyozas in Spain exclusively for foodservice. These gyozas were introduced in two flavors: Chinese chicken and cabbage, and chicken curry.

RIP Foods supplied its products to more than 40 restaurants as of September 2022. The company positions itself as part of a "second wave" of plant-based products, offering fresh, handcrafted alternatives that allow chefs to create unique dishes. RIP Foods aims to expand its product line to include plant-based beef and pork alternatives using its Meatrix formula.