Innovation Owner
Natthaporn Chotigavin
Advisor
Details
This project aims to develop a plant-based ham prototype using king oyster mushrooms as the primary ingredient. It focuses on creating a nutritious, meat-like product that meets the needs of health-conscious consumers.
This project therefore aims to develop a "Plant-based Ham Product Prototype" using king oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus eryngii) as the primary ingredient — a natural raw material with strong potential in terms of nutritional value and meat-like texture. The project also seeks to improve the production process to achieve a product with satisfactory textural and flavor characteristics, meeting the needs of a new generation of health- and environmentally-conscious consumers, while providing a foundation for further commercial development within the alternative protein market.
Objective
The objectives include developing a king oyster mushroom-based ham prototype, analyzing its physical properties, and showcasing the innovation at the KMITL Innovation EXPO 2026.
- To develop a plant-based ham prototype from king oyster mushrooms, focusing on improving structure and texture for consumption.
- To examine the physical characteristics of the plant-based ham product.
- To create a completed innovation ready for exhibition at the KMITL Innovation EXPO 2026 and demonstrate its potential for commercial expansion.