Tag: india
8 posts tagged "india"
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Indian Food (Ghee, Paneer and Curd)
Indian food hides animal products in dairy: ghee, paneer, curd and cream. The FSSAI green and brown dots and the new V logo help. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in India.
Is Aloo Gobi Vegan? (Potato & Cauliflower Curry)
Aloo gobi is usually vegan: potato and cauliflower in a tomato-onion-spice gravy. Some cooks use ghee. Here's how to be sure.
Is Biryani Vegetarian? (And Is There a Vegan Version?)
Biryani is usually a meat dish (chicken or mutton), but vegetable biryani is common too. Both are often cooked with ghee. Here's how to tell and how to find vegan biryani.
Is Chana Masala Vegan? (Chickpea Curry, Explained)
Chana masala is usually vegan: chickpeas simmered in a tomato-onion-spice gravy. But some recipes add ghee or cream. Here's how to be sure.
Is Idli Vegan? (Steamed Rice Cakes)
Idli are vegan: steamed cakes of fermented rice and urad dal, served with sambar and chutney. Here's what's in them and the one thing to double-check.
Is Masala Dosa Vegan? (South Indian Classic)
Masala dosa is usually vegan: a rice-and-lentil crepe filled with spiced potato. But some cooks use ghee or butter. Here's how to be sure.
Is a Samosa Vegetarian or Vegan? (Ghee in the Pastry)
A potato samosa is usually vegetarian but often not vegan: the pastry is typically made with ghee (clarified butter). Here's how to tell, and how to find vegan samosas.
Is Vada Pav Vegan? (Mumbai's Potato Burger)
Vada pav is usually vegan: a spiced potato fritter in a bun with chutneys. The bun may contain milk or butter. Here's how to be sure.