From family dinners to fine dining, salmon has always held a special place at the table. 

It’s the kind of ingredient that brings comfort, creativity, and a touch of luxury to every dish.

Salmon is one of the world’s most consumed fish, loved for its rich, fatty texture, culinary versatility, and high nutritional value, including its omega-3 content. Global salmon consumption continues to surge, with annual production reaching over 3 million tons (VOX).

But as the world population is expected to grow by another 2 billion people by 2050, pressure on global food systems will intensify. Rising demand places increasing strain on wild fish resources, accelerating overfishing and environmental challenges. Salmon aquaculture, in particular, has also been linked to water pollution and damage to surrounding marine ecosystems (FarmSanctuary).

At the same time, concerns surrounding seafood safety continue to rise — from mercury and heavy metals to microplastics and pesticide residues. For individuals with seafood allergies, for vegans, and for consumers seeking cleaner, safer, and more sustainable choices, plant-based seafood offers a reliable alternative.

To support this shift, SMS places great importance on innovating solutions that are safe and sustainable. We introduce I-MEATEX™ SKV, an internationally recognized product and winner of the Plant-Based Product of the Year at the Gulfood Manufacturing Awards 2025.

I-MEATEX™ SKV is a modified tapioca starch designed specifically for plant-based salmon applications and flexitarian diets. 

Key Features & Benefits

• Realistic, salmon-like texture
• Excellent freeze–thaw stability
• Vegan-friendly & flexitarian solution
• Nutritional benefit
• Suitable for both chef-table creations and large-scale production
• Perfect for a wide range of formats (cubes, chunks, sushi-style slices)
• Free from parasites and antibiotics

For more information on the recipe and technical guidelines at info@smscor.com.