First came beefy, “bleeding” vegan burgers. Next, plant-based chicken swooped in as competitors raced to deliver their vegan alternatives to the masses. And now, vegan seafood has entered the chat. From smoked salmon to crispy crab cakes, chewy shrimp, and sushi-grade tuna, the world of vegan seafood is nothing short of a treasure trove. Whether you’re already fish-free or seriously contemplating it, here are some vegan seafood brands to pile in your cart.
What is vegan seafood?
You probably already figured it out, but vegan seafood is seafood made without any animals. It’s better for the oceans and marine life because it’s not attached to overfishing and ghost nets. Animal-free ingredients can be used to make shrimp, canned tuna, fish filets, sushi-grade fish, crab cakes, and more. What it’s made from varies by brand.
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Some use protein-rich legumes to mimic the flaky texture of fish. Others use soy for a meaty texture. Or, some use konjac, a root vegetable that’s used to make zero-calorie foods like shirataki noodles and konnyaku, a bouncy, chewy cake that’s used in Japanese cuisine.
Vegan seafood brands
Stock up on these vegan seafood products on your next trip to the grocery store.
Gardein
1 Gardein
Craving something fried? Gardein is a pioneer in the vegan fish sector after gaining a loyal consumer base by sampling its Crabless Cakes—which would make fantastic hors d’oeuvres—at festivals. The Fishless Filets and Mini Crabless Cakes are widely available across the US in most major supermarkets and health food stores. Bring on the chips and vegan tartar sauce!
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Konscious Foods
2 Konscious Foods
For frozen vegan sushi you can eat anywhere, turn to Konscious Foods. Started by Gardein’s visionary founder Yves Potvin, the vegan seafood line won a VegNews Best of Show Award after its debut at the 2023 Natural Products Expo West show.
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Fysh Foods
3 Fysh Foods
After a successful pitch on Shark Tank, Los Angeles vegan seafood brand Fysh Foods is on the up and up. Its main product, Spicy Tuna, mimics the real thing with the help of ingredients like tapioca and algae. It’s perfect for pairing with everything from tacos to tostadas to sushi.
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Seed to Surf
4 Seed to Surf
If you’re missing the unique flavors of tinned fish, this plant-based brand has got your back. Its two tinned products, Enoki Mushroom Snow Crab and Celery Smoked Whitefish, are rich in salty ocean flavor. Enjoy them on toast, bagels, ramen, or anything else your tastebuds desire.
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5 Unlimeat
South Korean plant-based brand Unlimeat is best known for products like meaty jerky, bulgogi, and chicken, but it also offers deliciously fishy and protein-packed vegan tuna flakes, too. Pair with egg-free mayonnaise for the ultimate vegan tuna salad or mix with grilled dairy-free cheese for a comforting tuna melt.
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All Vegetarian
6All Vegetarian
Not only are these fishy products all vegetarian, but they’re also all vegan, too. This company started out as a wholesale business, selling only to restaurants, but it has since expanded to the retail sector. As home chefs, we thank them. The chewy vegan shrimp are perfect for skewers or serving with linguine tossed in lemon, garlic, and olive oil.
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7BeLeaf
BeLeaf makes everything from vegan shrimp to vegan tuna rolls to vegan sashimi. Made with raw konjac, the latter is a great alternative to raw salmon. It’s springy, succulent, and perfect for wrapping up with seaweed and sushi rice.
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Jinka
8 Jinka
Level up lunch time with Jinka’s vegan tuna salad, available in three flavors: Original, Spicy, and Lemon and Dill. Other tasty products from the brand include Plant-Based Calamari and Plant-Based Crab Poppers.
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9Azuma Foods
Japanese seafood company Azuma Foods is investing in the future of plant-based seafood. Last year, the company debuted slabs of vegan tuna and salmon sashimi made from konjac, but Azuma isn’t stopping there. Plant-based ikura (salmon roe), caviar, and crab salad are just a few of the newest vegan offerings in Azuma’s product portfolio.
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Unmeat
10Unmeat
Based in the Philippines, Unmeat has made its way stateside with a vast array of vegan meats. Among Unmeat’s luncheon meat, chicken patties, canned meals, and more, you’ll find the brand’s canned vegan tuna. Perfect for tuna salads, wraps, and sandwiches, every can packs a punch of tuna flavor, minus the fish.
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Boldly
11 Boldly
Australian-born company Boldly aims to disrupt the global seafood market with its innovative vegan seafood products. The brand’s largest selection of vegan seafood products includes everything from salmon to whitefish to calamari steaks.
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Loma Linda
12 Tuno by Loma Linda
Whether you’re looking for canned or pouched vegan tuna, the Loma Linda brand has you covered. While we’ve already mentioned a few plant-based tunas on this list, the flavors of this brand are absolute standouts. Tasty varieties include Thai Sweet Chili, Lemon Pepper, and Spring Water. Hello, vegan spicy tuna melt!
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Cavi-art
13Cavi-art
Oh, you fancy! Cavi-art has created vegan caviar for the refined and sophisticated palates. These salty umami pearls are made from seaweed, water, salt, spice extracts, and a stabilizer to give them that unique fish egg texture—without the fish. You have to try it at least once!
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Goldie Lox
14Goldie Lox
Created by a scientist-turned-chef, this vegan smoked salmon is a must-have for any Sunday brunch spread. These fishless strips are made using organic carrots, dill, salt, and tamari for a smoky flavor perfect for topping on your favorite bagel. Find it in select grocers and be sure to stock up.
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Hungry Planet
15Hungry Planet
Founded to improve human and planetary health, Hungry Planet and its selection of plant-based meats aren’t to be missed. These chef-crafted alternatives were perfected over a decade of research and development, and the proof is in the pudding. The brand is focused on foodservice for now, but if you’re lucky enough to spot Hungry Planet crab cakes or crab grounds on a menu, order it for a tasty, seafood dinner.
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The Plant Based Seafood Co
16The Plant Based Seafood Co
This women-operated, family-owned company isn’t just whipping up vegan fish and shrimp—they’re wowing us with spice-dusted vegan scallops. Elevate your dinner with a helping of these konjac-based bites (ready in just two minutes!). Don’t forget the wine.
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Vegan Zeastar
17 Vegan Zeastar
Created by Vegan Finest Foods, Vegan Zeastar is dedicated to “revolutionary” seafood products made from plants. Right now, its extensive product range includes everything from Smoked No Salmon to Spicy No Tuna rolls to Crispy Chili Shrimpz.
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