IKU

IKU: vegan meals ready to heat with delivery across Australia

IKU is an Australian company specialising in making vegan meals ready to heat. Its offering is built on a menu of more than 50 internationally inspired dishes, developed by chefs and nutritionists, delivered across Australia. The company presents itself as one of the country's favourites in its category and has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 1,257 reviews.

A broad catalogue classified by needs

IKU's menu is organised into categories that cater to different dietary goals: high protein, high fibre, low carb, and it also includes new items and best sellers. Standout options include dishes such as the miso soba bowl with tofu, udon noodles with shiitake, edamame and tofu, peanut satay noodles with spiced tofu, Green Goddess rigatoni pasta, toor dahl with mushrooms, fettuccini with pesto and semi-dried tomato, spinach and eggplant lasagne, crispy tofu katsu curry, high-fibre burrito bowl, creamy coconut laksa, power paella, mushroom meatballs with polenta and arrabbiata, tamarind tofu curry, classic bean nachos, nasi goreng with crispy tofu, green curry with spinach, coconut and chickpeas, Ayurvedic pumpkin curry, soy spaghetti with mushroom bolognese, aloo gobi, sprouted bread with scrambled tofu, Middle Eastern-inspired bowl, chickpea korma, beetroot and coconut curry, spicy Korean tofu, pinto enchiladas, Golden Glow moussaka, scrambled tofu breakfast with smoked tempeh, tomato, pumpkin and seasonal vegetable lasagne, miso and mushroom broth, pumpkin and legume tagine, mushroom kofta with ancient grain tabbouleh, classic minestrone soup, eggplant caponata with chickpeas and olives, lentil tabbouleh with hummus and roasted zucchini, tom kha, caramelised onion tart, pumpkin and tempeh pie, zucchini, artichoke and zaatar salad, and berry bircher bowl. The prices shown in the catalogue range from $8.95 for some options, with most main dishes at $12.95 and some dishes at $9.95 or $11.50.

Meal sets and subscription

In addition to individual sales, IKU offers curated meal sets to simplify the week: Real Food Reset, Protein Power Set, The Complete Air Fryer Collection and Best Sellers Set. The company also has a subscription model with benefits such as free shipping, subscriber rewards and complete flexibility. Customers can choose between building their own set or selecting a pre-curated one.

Ingredients and nutritional approach

The dishes are described as rich in nutrients and flavour, with ingredients such as tofu, tempeh, legumes, whole grains, roasted vegetables and spices. Some dishes are presented as suitable for air fryers. The company states that it has been making fresh plant-based meals for over 40 years, a track record that places its activity across several decades.

Delivery and coverage

IKU delivers fresh products in New South Wales, Victoria, the Australian Capital Territory, Queensland and South Australia. The company offers free shipping for subscribers and maintains a customer service via its support email.

Customer reviews

The company shows a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 1,257 reviews, with a selection of five-star opinions. This reflects users' perception of its products and service.