Vegan food in India l World's best food l Know India's best food
Aug 2020

Vegan food in India


India is a paradise for vegans. From the coconut curries of Kerala to the delicious daal in all their various forms, many dishes are naturally vegan. It’s not hard to obtain vegan food in India. The choice of vegetable curries is huge and vegetarian restaurants are everywhere. Meals, in general, are prepared daily and contain fresh ingredients sourced from local markets. It’s common to see people snacking on fresh seasonal fruits purchased from road stalls and the varieties of nut and pulse-based snacks.

There are a number of considerations that need to be made to ensure your food is free of any animal products. India produces and consumes a lot of dairy and it can crop up unexpectedly. 
The key to success comes by having some understanding of the Indian diet and how it changes in different regions. 

COMMON HURDLES IN OBTAINING VEGAN FOOD IN INDIA:-

When following a vegan diet in India, the main hurdle comes with an ingredient known as ghee. Ghee is clarified butter and is a cooking ingredient in many parts of Northern India. In regions like Rajasthan for example, where water is at a premium, food is generally cooked in ghee. Ghee contains many health benefits and is the base ingredient for many sweets, cakes, and biscuits too. It’s also onto different kinds of bread as a garnish. For this reason, it is very easy to consume dairy in many parts of the country.

Meat and fish consumption's higher than in the north except Punjab where meat consumption is high, south Indian cuisine tends to contain less dairy as people use coconut oil rather than ghee or any other oil. If a dish does contain dairy, it’s usually fairly straightforward to ask for it to be cooked without. You are unlikely to come across much paneer in South India.  This is soft cottage cheese made from cows’ milk and is typically found in North India.

IMPLICATION OF VEGETARIAN FOOD IN INDIA:-

Due to religious reasons, India is home to the largest number of vegetarians in the world.  In fact, 40% of Indians are vegetarians. Of this amount, 31% are known as “pure vegetarians”, meaning they do not consume eggs. Across India, you will see restaurants that advertise themselves as “vegetarian”. These labels can be very helpful, but of course “pure vegetarian”. Pre-packaged foods are also required to carry a label. A green dot indicates that it is vegetarian and a brown or red dot indicates non-vegetarian.

MILK AND DAIRY-BASED FOODS IN INDIA:-

Milk is India’s leading agricultural commodity and India is the leading milk producer in the world. Once it is transformed into ghee, milk is digestible. Where people aren’t able to digest milk, protein is obtained through eating meat, eggs, and fish. Due to the popularity of vegetarian food in India, it shouldn’t be a problem finding vegan options 

TIPS FOR FINDING VEGAN FOOD IN INDIA WHEN EATING OUT:-
Eating out, whether it be in a restaurant or from a food stall, is usually the most cost-effective way of eating in India and the most fun. Whether you’re out for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or just a snack, street food stalls offer a variety of delicious foods. These are prepared right in front of you so it’s easy to spot if any undesirable ingredients are used. Many apps can help you locate vegan-friendly outlets.

More travel Blogs

Narkanda- Getaway to hill station
Aug 2020
Bagpack2go
30 Sep 2020

Narkanda- Getaway to hill station

Narkanda is a tourist destination located between the valleys of rivers Sutlej and Giri in Himachal Pradesh. The place was once a small hill station along the old India-of the road in ...
Top 13 Hidden Places in Himachal that you must visit once
Aug 2020

Top 13 Hidden Places in Himachal that you must visit once

Himachal Pradesh, located in the northern part of India, is a picturesque state with breathtaking landscapes, lush green valleys, and majestic snow-capped mountains. The state is famous for its scenic beauty and adventure activities, attracting a lar
15 Do's and don't for First-time travelers to the Maldives
Aug 2020
Bagpack2go blog
07 Feb 2023

15 Do's and don't for First-time travelers to the Maldives

The Maldives is an Islamic country, the visiting tourists are also expected to follow as well as respect their traditions while visiting it. All travel needs for the first-time traveler to the Maldives, what to do and not to do full list
Best Places to visit in Europe
Aug 2020

Best Places to visit in Europe

Know about the best places to visit in Europe and things to do in Europe on your next holiday
Amazing places to visit in Asia- 2021
Aug 2020
niti
10 Apr 2021

Amazing places to visit in Asia- 2021

Asia, the largest continent in the world, has a lot of exciting countries for travel addicts. You can spend your vacations by travelling from one island to another, spend your nights by partying on the beach, and your days by eating delicious street
Delhi to Kedarnath Temple: A Journey Through the Heart of India
Aug 2020

Delhi to Kedarnath Temple: A Journey Through the Heart of India

Kedarnath Temple, located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, is one of the holiest Hindu shrines and a popular pilgrimage destination for millions of devotees from all over the world. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is situated amidst the