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  • Scientists Create 3D-Printed Calamari With More Protein Than Real Squid

    04/28/2025 6:07:02 PM PDT · by Red Badger · 40 replies
    Study Finds ^ | April 28, 2025 | Poornima Vijayan and Dejian Huang, National University of Singapore
    In a nutshell * Scientists successfully 3D printed plant-based calamari rings using mung bean protein and microalgae, creating a seafood alternative that closely matches real squid in texture and even surpasses it in protein content. * The 10% microalgae formulation achieved the best results, producing calamari mimics that were softer, springier, and structurally similar to real calamari, without relying on overfished marine resources. * This innovation highlights a promising future for sustainable seafood alternatives, leveraging underused crops like mung beans and algae to reduce pressure on ocean ecosystems while meeting growing demand for plant-based foods. ******************************************************************************* SINGAPORE — Your next...