Shiru

Shiru is a FoodTech company that leverages the precision bio fermentation process and machine learning algorithms to create plant-based ingredients. The company uses a proprietary discovery platform, Flourish, to identify proteins that offer similar taste and texture properties as that of animal-based ingredients. In September 2022 , Shiru received a key patent for its protein discovery process used in its Flourish platform.

In March 2023 , Shiru announced the debut commercial release of OleoPro, a novel, plant protein-based fat ingredient for use in a range of alternative protein food products. The ingredient will be showcased for the first time as part of a plant-based crispy chik’n karaage developed by Nourish Ventures.

Funding and Financials

In October 2021 , the startup secured USD 17 million in a series A funding round led by S2G Ventures. The funds will be utilized to double the company’s headcount to above 40, adding staff to research, fermentation, marketing, and business development over the next 12 months.