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Meaty Anime Monster Snacks

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

These Breaded Pork Patties are Shaped Like the Pikachu Pokemon

— February 5, 2016 — Lifestyle
Korea is famed for its popular meat snacks, and these breaded pork patties that are designed to look like the famed yellow anime monster Pikachu offer an edible spin on the fandom of the game franchise. The treats are made from thin ground pork that is deep fried and served on a stick with dip.

The pork cutlets offer fans a chance to consume the popular video game character as a fried meat snack. The pork patty is cut and arranged to look like the monster with a rounded belly, pointed ears, tiny hands and little feat. The dish is typically breaded, deep fried and dipped in Ketchup.

Consumers interested can order the fresh patties online or purchase them fried at food stalls across the country.
Trend Themes
1. Anime-inspired Food - The creation of breaded pork patties shaped like popular anime characters presents an opportunity for the food industry to tap into the fandom and create unique and visually appealing snacks.
2. Character-themed Meat Snacks - The trend of shaping meat snacks like iconic anime monsters like Pikachu opens up possibilities for the meat processing industry to introduce novelty products that cater to fan-driven markets.
3. Culinary Fandom Crossovers - The combination of popular video game characters and culinary experiences represents a potential area of collaboration between the entertainment and food industries, allowing for new and exciting innovations.
Industry Implications
1. Food Manufacturing - The food manufacturing industry can explore the production of specialized meat snacks designed to resemble beloved anime characters, capitalizing on the growing demand for unique and visually appealing food products.
2. Fast Food - Fast food chains and food stalls can incorporate character-themed pork patties into their menus, attracting both anime enthusiasts and new customers looking for fun and novel dining experiences.
3. E-commerce - The e-commerce industry can provide a platform for the online sale and distribution of anime-inspired pork patties, offering convenience and accessibility to fans worldwide.
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