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182 posts tagged "vegan"
Are Bitterballen Vegetarian? (Dutch Beef Snack)
Bitterballen are not vegetarian: they're deep-fried balls filled with a beef ragout. Vegetarian bitterballen (mushroom or cheese) exist. Here's what to check.
Are Dumplings (Pierogi) Vegetarian? (Fillings & Toppings)
Pierogi vary: potato-and-cheese is vegetarian, sauerkraut-and-mushroom is often vegan, and meat fillings aren't. The dough may contain egg. Here's how to tell.
Animal-Derived E-Numbers: The Quick Reference List
A quick reference of the E-numbers that are animal-derived or ambiguous, from carmine (E120) to l-cysteine (E920). Save this list for reading European labels.
Are Gyoza Vegetarian? (Pork & Garlic-Chive Filling)
Gyoza are usually not vegetarian: the classic filling is ground pork with cabbage and chives. Vegetable gyoza exist. Here's what to check, including the dipping sauce.
Are Spring Rolls Vegetarian or Vegan? (Shrimp, Pork & Fish Sauce)
Spring rolls aren't automatically vegetarian: many contain shrimp or pork, and the dipping sauce is often fish sauce. Vegetable spring rolls exist. Here's how to tell.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Brazilian Food (Feijoada, Carne Seca)
Brazilian food hides animal products in feijoada (pork and beef), carne seca, lard and butter, even in rice and beans. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in Brazil.
Are Stroopwafels Vegan? (Dutch Syrup Waffles)
Traditional stroopwafels are vegetarian but not vegan: they contain butter, egg and milk. Vegan stroopwafels exist. Here's what to check.
Casein, Caseinate, Lactose and Albumin: The Hidden Dairy Ingredients
Dairy hides in food under names you might not recognize: casein, caseinate, lactose, whey and albumin. Here's what each one is and where it shows up.
Carmine vs Beet Juice: Natural Red Food Dyes Compared
Two 'natural' red food dyes with very different sources: carmine comes from insects, and beet juice comes from plants. Here's how they compare and how to tell them apart on a label.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Chinese Food (Oyster Sauce, Lard)
Chinese food hides animal products in oyster sauce, lard, pork stock and minced meat in 'vegetable' dishes. Here's what to watch and how to order vegan in China.
E-Numbers vs US Ingredient Names: Reading Imported Labels
Europe labels additives as E-numbers, while the US uses plain names. The same animal-derived additive has two names. Here's the cross-reference for reading imported labels.
E-Numbers: The Complete Vegan & Vegetarian Cheat Sheet
Which E-numbers are animal-derived? A quick reference: E120 (carmine), E441 (gelatin), E904 (shellac) and more: plus the ones that are usually vegan.
The Expat Vegan's Pantry: What to Buy in a New Country
Moving abroad as a vegan means restocking a pantry from scratch in an unfamiliar store. Here's the core list that works everywhere and how to check unfamiliar brands.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in French Food (Butter, Lardons)
French food hides animal products in butter, lardons bacon, gelatin and rennet cheese, even in vegetable dishes. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in France.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in German Food (Gelatin, Speck)
German food hides animal products in gelatin (gummy bears), speck bacon, rennet cheese and sausages, even in sweets. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in Germany.
How to Ask 'Is This Vegetarian?' in Japanese, German, French and More
The word 'vegetarian' doesn't always translate cleanly, and fish is not always treated as meat. Here are the exact phrases to ask in seven languages.
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.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Indonesian Food (Terasi, Krupuk)
Indonesian food hides animal products in shrimp paste (terasi), fish sauce and shrimp crackers (krupuk), even in sambal. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in Indonesia.
Ingredient Translation Cheat Sheet (Animal-Derived Words in 8 Languages)
The animal-derived ingredient words to recognize on foreign labels: milk, egg, meat, fish, gelatin and more, across German, French, Dutch, Indonesian, Spanish, Italian and Japanese.
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 Beeswax (E901) Vegan? In Candy, Gum and Cosmetics
Beeswax (E901) is made by honey bees, so it is not vegan. It coats candy, chewing gum and fruit, and hides in cosmetics. Here's how to spot it.
Is Bibimbap Vegetarian? (Egg, Beef & Gochujang)
Bibimbap is usually not vegetarian: it's topped with a fried egg and sliced beef. Vegetable bibimbap exists, but watch the egg and the gochujang. Here's what to check.
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 Borscht Vegetarian? (Beet Soup, Explained)
Borscht varies: it can be made with meat stock or be fully vegetarian, and it's often served with sour cream. Here's how to tell and how to get vegan borscht.
Is Bratwurst Vegetarian? (Sausage, Explained)
Bratwurst is not vegetarian: it's a German pork (or veal/pork) sausage. Plant-based bratwurst exists and is common. Here's what to check.
Is Bulgogi Vegetarian? (It's Beef: Here's the Veg Swap)
Bulgogi is Korean marinated beef, so it's not vegetarian. The marinade itself is usually vegan. Here's how to order a mushroom or tofu version instead.
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 Char Kway Teow Vegetarian? (Shrimp, Sausage & Lard)
Char kway teow is usually not vegetarian: it's stir-fried with shrimp, Chinese sausage and egg, often in pork lard. Vegetarian versions exist. Here's what to check.
Is Couscous Vegan? (Butter & Broth)
Plain couscous is vegan, but the dish is usually served with meat and often cooked with butter or meat broth. Here's how to tell and how to order vegan couscous.
Is Pizza Vegetarian? (Rennet & Hidden Toppings)
Pizza can be vegetarian, but two things catch people: rennet in the cheese and meat toppings. Here's what to check for a vegetarian or vegan pizza.
Is Dim Sum Vegetarian? (Pork, Shrimp & Hidden Stock)
Dim sum is mostly not vegetarian: classic dumplings are filled with pork and shrimp. But some dishes are vegetarian. Here's what to order and what to avoid.
Is E120 (Carmine) Vegan? The Red Dye Made From Insects
Carmine (E120) is not vegan or vegetarian. It is a red food dye made from crushed cochineal insects. Here's what it's in and how to spot it on labels.
Is an Empanada Vegetarian? (It Depends on the Filling & Dough)
Empanadas vary: beef, chicken, cheese or vegetable fillings, and the dough may contain lard or butter. Here's how to tell and how to find a vegan empanada.
Is Feijoada Vegetarian? (Pork & Beef Stew)
Feijoada is not vegetarian: it's a Brazilian black-bean stew simmered with pork and beef. A vegetarian 'feijoada' (beans without meat) exists. Here's what to check.
Is Fried Rice Vegetarian? (Egg, Fish Sauce & Meat)
Fried rice is usually not vegetarian: it's cooked with egg, often seasoned with fish sauce, and frequently contains meat or shrimp. Here's how to order a veg version.
Is Gelatin Vegetarian or Vegan? (What It's Made From)
Gelatin is not vegetarian or vegan. It comes from animal skin, bones and connective tissue, usually from pigs or cattle. Here's where it hides and the plant-based alternatives.
Is Glycerin (Glycerol) Vegan? Plant, Animal, or Synthetic
Glycerin (E422) can come from vegetable oil, animal fat, or petroleum, and the label rarely says which. Here's how to tell and find plant-based glycerin.
Is Currywurst Vegetarian? (Sausage + Curry Ketchup)
Currywurst is not vegetarian: it's a pork sausage served with curry ketchup. A vegetarian/vegan version using plant sausage exists. Here's what to check.
Is Goulash Vegetarian? (Beef & Pork Stew)
Goulash is not vegetarian: it's a paprika-spiced stew of beef or pork. A vegetarian version with mushrooms or beans exists. Here's what to check.
Is Green Curry Vegetarian or Vegan? (Fish Sauce & Shrimp Paste)
Thai green curry is usually not vegetarian: the curry paste contains shrimp paste and fish sauce. Vegetarian and vegan green curry exist. Here's what to check.
Is Guacamole Vegan? (Yes: Here's What to Watch)
Guacamole is vegan: mashed avocado, lime, onion, cilantro and chili. The only thing to watch is occasional sour cream or mayo. Here's how to be sure.
Is Honey Vegan? The Debate, Explained
Honey is usually vegetarian but not vegan. It is an animal product made by bees, and vegans avoid it on ethical grounds. Here's the reasoning and the plant alternatives.
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 Kimchi Vegetarian? (Fish Sauce & Shrimp Paste)
Kimchi is usually not vegetarian: it's traditionally seasoned with fish sauce and salted shrimp. Here's how to tell, and how to find vegan kimchi.
Is Laksa Vegetarian? (Shrimp Paste & Stock)
Laksa is usually not vegetarian: the curry base contains shrimp paste and the broth is often seafood or chicken. Vegetarian laksa exists. Here's what to check.
Is Lasagna Vegetarian? (Meat, Rennet & Béchamel)
Classic lasagna is not vegetarian: it's layered with meat ragù and cheese made with animal rennet. Vegetarian and vegan lasagna exist. Here's what to 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 Massaman Curry Vegetarian or Vegan? (Beef, Fish Sauce & Shrimp Paste)
Massaman curry is usually not vegetarian: it's typically made with beef or chicken, and the paste contains shrimp paste and fish sauce. Vegetarian massaman exists. Here's how.
Is Miso Soup Vegetarian? (Dashi & Bonito, Explained)
Miso soup is usually not vegetarian: the broth is made with dashi from dried fish (bonito). The miso paste itself is plant-based. Here's how to find vegan miso soup.
Is Moussaka Vegetarian? (Greek, But With Meat)
Moussaka is usually not vegetarian: it's layered with ground lamb or beef and a béchamel topping. Vegetarian moussaka (lentil or vegetable) exists. Here's what to check.
Is Nasi Lemak Vegetarian? (Anchovy Sambal & Fried Anchovies)
Nasi lemak is usually not vegetarian: the sambal contains anchovies and it's topped with fried anchovies and egg. Vegetarian nasi lemak exists. Here's what to check.
Is Pad Thai Vegetarian or Vegan? (Fish Sauce, Explained)
Traditional pad thai is not vegetarian: it contains fish sauce, dried shrimp and egg. Here's exactly what makes it non-veg and how to order a vegan version.
Is Paella Vegetarian? (Stock, Chorizo & Seafood)
Traditional paella is not vegetarian: it's cooked with meat, seafood or both, and simmered in stock. Vegetable paella exists. Here's what to check before ordering.
Is Pepsin Vegan? The Animal Enzyme in Supplements
Pepsin is a digestive enzyme traditionally extracted from pig stomachs, so it is not vegetarian or vegan. It hides in supplements and some cheeses. Here's what to check.
Is Poutine Vegetarian? (Gravy & Cheese Curds)
Poutine is usually not vegetarian: the gravy is typically beef or chicken based, and it's topped with cheese curds. Vegetarian and vegan poutine exist. Here's how.
Is Ramen Vegetarian? (Tonkotsu, Egg & Chashu)
Almost all restaurant ramen is not vegetarian: the broth is usually pork, chicken or fish, and it's topped with pork and egg. Here's how to find real vegetarian ramen.
Is Rendang Vegetarian? (Beef Slow-Cooked in Coconut)
Rendang is usually not vegetarian: it's beef slow-cooked in coconut and spices. Vegetable rendang (jackfruit, tofu or potato) exists. Here's what to check.
Is Risotto Vegetarian or Vegan? (Stock, Butter & Parmesan)
Risotto is often not vegetarian: it's cooked with chicken or meat stock and finished with butter and rennet-based parmesan. Here's how to order a veg or vegan risotto.
Is Roti Canai Vegan? (Ghee in the Flatbread)
Roti canai is usually vegetarian but often not vegan: the flaky flatbread dough typically contains ghee or condensed milk. Here's how to tell.
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 Satay Vegetarian? (Peanut Sauce Is, the Meat Isn't)
Satay is not vegetarian: it's grilled meat skewers (chicken, beef or lamb). The peanut sauce is usually plant-based. Here's what to check, including the sauce.
Is Schnitzel Vegetarian? (It's Breaded Meat)
Schnitzel is not vegetarian: it's a breaded, fried meat cutlet (veal, pork or chicken). Vegetarian 'schnitzel' made from breaded veg exists. Here's what to check.
Is Shakshuka Vegetarian or Vegan? (Eggs in Tomato Sauce)
Shakshuka is vegetarian but not vegan: eggs poached in a spiced tomato-pepper sauce. A vegan version uses tofu or chickpeas instead of eggs. Here's the breakdown.
Is Shellac (E904) Vegan? Confectioner's Glaze, Explained
Shellac (E904) is not vegan or vegetarian. It is a resin secreted by the lac insect, used as a shiny glaze on candies, fruit and pills. Carnauba wax is the plant alternative.
Are Sweeteners Vegan? (Sucralose, Stevia, Aspartame and More)
Most sweeteners are vegan, since they are synthetic or plant-derived. But some powdered packets contain lactose as a filler. Here's the breakdown by sweetener.
Is Sushi Vegetarian? (What's Actually In It)
Sushi isn't automatically vegetarian: it's often raw fish, eel, roe or egg. But vegetable rolls, inari and avocado rolls are vegetarian. Here's how to tell.
Is Tagine Vegetarian or Vegan? (Meat vs Vegetable Stew)
Tagine varies: it's a Moroccan stew that can be lamb, chicken or fully vegetable. Vegetable tagine is common and often vegan. Here's how to tell.
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.
Is Tom Yum Vegetarian? (Shrimp & Fish Sauce)
Tom yum is usually not vegetarian: the classic version is made with shrimp (tom yum goong) and fish sauce. Vegetarian tom yum with mushroom or tofu exists. Here's how to order it.
Is Tiramisu Vegetarian? (Eggs & Mascarpone)
Tiramisu is vegetarian but not vegan: it's made with mascarpone, eggs and ladyfingers. Here's what's in it and how to find a vegan version.
Is Whey Vegan? Dairy Hiding in Protein & Snacks
Whey is not vegan. It is the liquid by-product of cheese-making, so it is dairy. It hides in protein powders, crackers, breads and some margarine. Here's how to spot it.
Is Wonton Mee Vegetarian? (Pork & Shrimp Dumplings)
Wonton mee is not vegetarian: it's noodles with pork-and-shrimp wontons and char siu (BBQ pork). Vegetarian versions exist. Here's what to check.
Is White Sugar Vegan? Bone Char, Explained
Some white sugar is filtered through bone char made from animal bones, so it is not always vegan. Beet sugar and organic sugar never use it. Here's how to tell.
Isinglass in Beer & Wine: Is Your Drink Vegan?
Some beer and wine is clarified with isinglass, a gelatin made from fish swim bladders, so it may not be vegetarian or vegan. Here's what it is and how to find vegan drinks.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Italian Food (Rennet, Anchovy and Guanciale)
Italian food hides animal products in cheese rennet, anchovies and cured pork, even in dishes that look vegetarian. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in Italy.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Japanese Food (Dashi, Bonito, Mirin)
Japanese food hides animal products in broths and seasonings: bonito dashi, katsuobushi flakes, fish in sauces, egg and gelatin. Here's what to watch and what's vegan-safe.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Korean Food (Fish Sauce, Anchovy Stock)
Korean food hides animal products in fish sauce, salted shrimp and anchovy stock, even in kimchi and vegetable stews. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in Korea.
L-Cysteine (E920): Human Hair and Feathers in Bread?
L-cysteine (E920) is a dough conditioner that has traditionally been made from human hair, duck feathers or pig bristles. Today much of it is synthetic. Here's what to know.
Lard and Tallow: Where They Hide in Everyday Food
Lard (pig fat) and tallow (beef fat) are animal fats that hide in pie crusts, refried beans, tortillas and french fries. Here's how to spot them on labels and menus.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Malaysian and Singaporean Food (Belacan, Lard)
Malaysian and Singaporean food hides animal products in belacan shrimp paste, anchovy sambal and pork lard, even in vegetable dishes. Here's what to watch.
'May Contain Milk': Does That Mean Not Vegan?
"May contain milk" is a cross-contamination warning, not an ingredient. It does not necessarily mean a product is not vegan. Here's the difference between contains and may contain.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Mexican Food (Lard, Stock and Manteca)
Mexican food hides animal products in lard (manteca), chicken stock and cheese. Even refried beans and rice are often not vegetarian. Here's how to eat vegan in Mexico.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Middle Eastern Food (Lamb, Ghee and Stock)
Middle Eastern food hides animal products in lamb, ghee and meat stock, even in rice and stews. But falafel, hummus and tabbouleh are vegan. Here's what to watch.
Are 'Natural Flavors' Vegan? They Can Hide Animal Products
"Natural flavors" sounds plant-based, but the FDA definition includes meat, seafood, eggs and dairy as possible sources. Here's why it's ambiguous and how to check.
Scan Food Offline: How to Check Ingredients Without Signal
Checking food ingredients while traveling often means no signal. Here's how offline scanning works, when to download languages, and how to check labels anywhere.
Scan Before You Buy: How the App Flags Hidden Ingredients
The fastest way to avoid hidden animal ingredients is to scan before you buy. Here's how a scanner reads a label, what it flags, and why uncertainty beats guessing.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Spanish Food (Chorizo, Jamon and Stock)
Spanish food hides animal products in chorizo, jamon, meat stock and rennet cheese, even in bean stews and paella. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in Spain.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Thai Food (Fish Sauce, Shrimp Paste)
Thai food hides animal products in fish sauce, shrimp paste and oyster sauce, even in dishes that look vegetarian. Here's what to watch and how to order vegan in Thailand.
Vegan and Halal Meals at Airports: A Survival Guide
Airports are the hardest place to eat vegan or halal, with grab-and-go food hiding meat, fish and gelatin. Here's what to look for and what to pack instead.
How to Read Food Labels in a Foreign Language (Vegan or Vegetarian)
Shopping for vegan or vegetarian food in a country whose language you don't read is hard. Here's a practical method, the key words to learn, and how to check a label fast.
The Vegan Traveler's Guide to Japan
Japan is one of the hardest countries to eat vegan, because dashi fish stock is in almost everything. Here's what's safe, what to avoid, and how to eat well.
The Vegetarian Student's Guide to Eating Abroad
Studying abroad as a vegetarian means foreign labels, dining halls and a tight budget. Here's a practical method to eat well and stay plant-based in a new country.
Hidden Animal Ingredients in Vietnamese Food (Fish Sauce, Shrimp Paste)
Vietnamese food hides animal products in fish sauce (nuoc mam), shrimp paste and the dipping sauce, even in fresh spring rolls. Here's what to watch and how to eat vegan in Vietnam.
What Is Rennet? Animal vs Microbial (Cheese, Explained)
Rennet is the enzyme that turns milk into cheese. Animal rennet comes from calves' stomachs and is not vegetarian. Microbial, vegetable and FPC rennet are. Here's how to tell.
Working Abroad Long-Term: Diet-Safe Grocery Shopping
Relocating for work means building a diet-safe routine, not just surviving one trip. Here's how to grocery shop, meal prep and eat out while working abroad.
Versteckte tierische Zutaten in deutschem Essen (Gelatine, Speck)
Deutsches Essen versteckt tierische Produkte in Gelatine (Gummibärchen), Speck, Lab-Käse und Wurst, sogar in Süßigkeiten. Darauf musst du achten.
Versteckte tierische Zutaten in französischem Essen (Butter, Lardons)
Französisches Essen versteckt tierische Produkte in Butter, Lardons (Speck), Gelatine und Lab-Käse, sogar in Gemüsegerichten. Darauf musst du achten.
E-Nummern: Die komplette Liste für Veganer und Vegetarier
Welche E-Nummern sind tierisch? E120 (Karmin), E441 (Gelatine), E904 (Schellack) und mehr, plus die, die meist vegan sind.
Ist Bratwurst vegetarisch? (Wurst, erklärt)
Bratwurst ist nicht vegetarisch: Es ist eine deutsche Wurst aus Schwein (oder Kalb und Schwein). Pflanzliche Bratwurst ist weit verbreitet. Darauf musst du achten.
Ist Ramen vegetarisch? (Tonkotsu, Ei und Chashu)
Fast alle Ramen im Restaurant sind nicht vegetarisch: Die Brühe ist meist Schwein, Huhn oder Fisch. Hier erfährst du, wie du echtes vegetarisches Ramen findest.
So liest du Lebensmittel-Etiketten in einer Fremdsprache (vegan oder vegetarisch)
Einkaufen als Veganer oder Vegetarier in einem Land, dessen Sprache du nicht liest, ist schwer. Hier ist eine Methode, die wichtigsten Wörter und wie du ein Etikett schnell prüfst.
Ist Currywurst vegetarisch? (Wurst mit Curry-Ketchup)
Currywurst ist nicht vegetarisch: Es ist eine Schweinswurst mit Curry-Ketchup. Eine vegane Version mit pflanzlicher Wurst gibt es. Darauf musst du achten.
Ist Schnitzel vegetarisch? (Es ist paniertes Fleisch)
Schnitzel ist nicht vegetarisch: Es ist ein paniertes, gebratenes Fleischstück (Kalb, Schwein oder Huhn). Vegetarisches 'Schnitzel' aus paniertem Gemüse gibt es. Darauf musst du achten.
Versteckte tierische Zutaten in italienischem Essen (Lab, Sardellen, Guanciale)
Italienisches Essen versteckt tierische Produkte in Lab-Käse, Sardellen und Schweinefleisch, sogar in Gerichten, die vegetarisch aussehen. Darauf musst du achten.
Der vegetarische Studenten-Guide fürs Ausland
Als Vegetarier im Ausland zu studieren bedeutet fremde Etiketten, Mensen und ein knappes Budget. Hier ist eine praktische Methode, um pflanzlich zu essen.
Ingrédients d'origine animale cachés dans la cuisine espagnole (chorizo, jambon)
La cuisine espagnole cache des produits animaux dans le chorizo, le jambon, le bouillon de viande et le fromage à présure, même dans les ragoûts de haricots et la paella. Voici quoi surveiller.
Ingrédients d'origine animale cachés dans la cuisine française (beurre, lardons)
La cuisine française cache des produits animaux dans le beurre, les lardons, la gélatine et le fromage à présure, même dans les plats de légumes. Voici quoi surveiller.
Additifs alimentaires : la liste complète des E-numéros vegan et végétariens
Quels E-numéros sont d'origine animale ? E120 (carmin), E441 (gélatine), E904 (gomme laque) et plus, plus ceux qui sont généralement vegan.
Le guide de l'étudiant végétarien à l'étranger
Étudier à l'étranger en tant que végétarien signifie des étiquettes étrangères, des restaurants universitaires et un budget serré. Voici une méthode pour manger végétal.
Ingrédients d'origine animale cachés dans la cuisine italienne (présure, anchois, guanciale)
La cuisine italienne cache des produits animaux dans la présure du fromage, les anchois et la charcuterie, même dans des plats qui semblent végétariens. Voici quoi surveiller.
Lire les étiquettes dans une langue étrangère (vegan ou végétarien)
Faire ses courses en tant que vegan ou végétarien dans un pays dont on ne lit pas la langue est difficile. Voici une méthode, les mots clés et comment vérifier une étiquette rapidement.
Ingrédients d'origine animale cachés dans la cuisine marocaine (agneau, ghee)
La cuisine marocaine cache des produits animaux dans l'agneau, le ghee et le bouillon de viande, même dans le riz et les tajines. Voici quoi surveiller et ce qui est vegan.
Bahan Hewani Tersembunyi di Makanan Malaysia dan Singapura (Belacan, Lemak Babi)
Makanan Malaysia dan Singapura menyembunyikan produk hewani dalam belacan, sambal ikan teri, dan lemak babi, bahkan dalam hidangan sayuran. Berikut yang perlu diperhatikan.
Bahan Hewani Tersembunyi di Makanan Indonesia (Terasi, Kerupuk)
Makanan Indonesia menyembunyikan produk hewani dalam terasi, kerupuk udang, dan ikan, bahkan dalam sambal. Berikut yang perlu diperhatikan dan cara makan nabati di Indonesia.
Cara Membaca Label Makanan dalam Bahasa Asing (Vegan atau Vegetarian)
Belanja sebagai vegan atau vegetarian di negara yang bahasanya tidak Anda baca itu sulit. Berikut metode, kata-kata kuncinya, dan cara memeriksa label dengan cepat.
Panduan Mahasiswa Vegetarian di Luar Negeri
Kuliah di luar negeri sebagai vegetarian berarti label asing, kantin, dan anggaran ketat. Berikut metode praktis untuk makan nabati di negara baru.
Bahan Hewani Tersembunyi di Makanan Thailand (Kecap Ikan, Terasi)
Makanan Thailand menyembunyikan produk hewani dalam kecap ikan, terasi, dan saus tiram, bahkan dalam hidangan yang terlihat vegetarian. Berikut yang perlu diperhatikan.
Verborgen dierlijke ingrediënten in Duits eten (gelatine, spek)
Duits eten verbergt dierlijke producten in gelatine (gummibeertjes), spek, stremsel-kaas en worst, zelfs in snoep. Hier moet je op letten.
E-nummers: de complete lijst voor veganisten en vegetariërs
Welke E-nummers zijn dierlijk? E120 (karmijn), E441 (gelatine), E904 (schellak) en meer, plus de nummers die meestal vegan zijn.
Zo lees je etiketten in een vreemde taal (vegan of vegetarisch)
Boodschappen doen als veganist of vegetariër in een land waarvan je de taal niet leest, is lastig. Hier is een methode, de belangrijkste woorden en hoe je een etiket snel checkt.
Verborgen dierlijke ingrediënten in Frans eten (boter, lardons)
Frans eten verbergt dierlijke producten in boter, lardons (spek), gelatine en stremsel-kaas, zelfs in groentegerechten. Hier moet je op letten.
De vegetarische studentengids voor het buitenland
Als vegetariër in het buitenland studeren betekent vreemde etiketten, mensa's en een krap budget. Hier is een praktische methode om plantaardig te eten.
Zijn bitterballen vegetarisch? (Nederlandse rundvleessnack)
Bitterballen zijn niet vegetarisch: ze zijn gevuld met een rundvleesragout. Vegetarische bitterballen (champignon of kaas) bestaan. Hier moet je op letten.
Verborgen dierlijke ingrediënten in Spaans eten (chorizo, ham)
Spaans eten verbergt dierlijke producten in chorizo, ham, vleesbouillon en stremsel-kaas, zelfs in bonenstoofpotten en paella. Hier moet je op letten.
Zijn stroopwafels vegan? (Nederlandse siroopwafels)
Traditionele stroopwafels zijn vegetarisch maar niet vegan: ze bevatten boter, ei en melk. Vegan stroopwafels bestaan. Hier moet je op letten.
Best Vegan Scanner Apps in 2026: 10 Apps Compared (Price, Offline, Diet Coverage)
Ten apps that can answer a vegan question, compared on what they scan, diet coverage, price, offline use and platform. Every detail comes from the app's own listing or site, checked 2026-09-24.
Is Yuka Good for Vegans? What Yuka Actually Checks (and What It Does Not)
Yuka scores nutrition quality and additives, not diet compatibility, so a good score does not mean a product is vegan. Here's what Yuka checks and what you still check yourself.
German Food Labels for Vegetarians: 25 Words to Learn Before You Move
German ingredient lists hide animal ingredients behind about 25 recurring words, from Gelatine to tierisches Lab. Learn what each one means, and which ones mean the source is simply not printed.
Vegan at Trader Joe's: Hidden Animal Ingredients in Customer Favorites
Gelatin in gummies, animal rennet in cheese, carmine in red sweets, honey and lard: where animal ingredients turn up in the categories Trader Joe's shoppers buy most, and how to check a label before you buy.
Vegan at Aldi and Lidl (Germany): What to Buy and What to Scan
Lidl's vegan own brand is Vemondo and Aldi's is MYVAY. Here is what to buy aisle by aisle at German discounters, and the German label words (Gelatine, Molke, Lab) that decide whether a product is really vegan.
The Vegan Student's Guide to the UK: Supermarkets, Halls and Meal Deals
The UK is one of the easiest countries to eat vegan in, but the traps are specific ones. Here is what the label words legally mean, what each kind of supermarket is good for, how meal deals work, and how to cook in shared halls.
Vegan Grocery Shopping in Thailand: 7-Eleven, Big C, Lotus's and Hidden Fish Sauce
A shop-by-shop guide to vegan groceries in Thailand for people who live there: which chains to use for what, where fish sauce hides in packaged food, and what the jay (เจ) yellow flag really means.
Vegetarian International Students in the US: A Grocery Store Survival Guide
A practical guide for vegetarian and vegan international students in the US: what each supermarket chain is good for, which hidden ingredients catch newcomers out, how US labels differ from the ones you grew up with, and how to eat on a campus meal plan.
The Vegetarian Student's Guide to Germany: Supermarkets, Mensa and Cheap Eats
German Mensas serve the cheapest hot meal of a student's week, and discounters price-match their vegan own brands against meat. Here's how the canteen labels work, which German words hide animal ingredients, and where the cheap protein is.
Verify Veg vs Yuka: Which Food Scanner Fits Your Diet?
Yuka scores nutrition and additives; Verify Veg checks whether a product fits your diet. Here's what each app covers, what each misses, and what each costs.
Yuka Alternatives: 7 Apps for Diets Yuka Does Not Check (Vegan, Halal, Kosher)
Yuka scores nutrition and flags additives, but it gives no halal, kosher or Jain verdict and it needs a barcode to work. Here are 7 verified alternatives that check the diets it does not.
Beste vegane Scanner-App 2026: 10 Apps im Vergleich (Preis, offline, Abdeckung)
Zehn Apps, die eine vegane Frage beantworten, verglichen nach Scan-Art, Ernährungsabdeckung, Preis, Offline-Nutzung und Plattform. Alle Angaben stammen aus den Store-Einträgen und Websites der Anbieter, geprüft am 2026-09-24.
Ist Yuka vegan? Was Yuka wirklich prüft (und was nicht)
Yuka bewertet Nährwertqualität und Zusatzstoffe, nicht die Ernährungskompatibilität. Eine gute Note heißt also nicht, dass ein Produkt vegan ist. Hier liest du, was Yuka prüft.
Vegan bei Aldi und Lidl: Was du kaufen kannst und was du scannen solltest
Die vegane Eigenmarke von Lidl heißt Vemondo, die von Aldi MYVAY. Hier kommt der Gang für Gang Einkauf bei den Discountern, plus die deutschen Wörter (Gelatine, Molke, Lab), die entscheiden, ob ein Produkt wirklich vegan ist.
Vegan bei Trader Joe's: Versteckte tierische Zutaten in beliebten Produkten
Gelatine in Gummis, tierisches Lab im Käse, Karmin in roten Süßigkeiten, Honig und Schmalz: Wo tierische Zutaten in den Kategorien auftauchen, die Trader-Joe's-Kunden am häufigsten kaufen, und wie du eine Packung vor dem Kauf prüfst.
Vegan einkaufen in Thailand: 7-Eleven, Big C, Lotus's und versteckte Fischsauce
Welche Kette in Thailand wofür taugt, wo Fischsauce, Garnelenpaste und Austernsauce in verpackter Ware stecken und was die gelbe เจ-Flagge wirklich verspricht. Ein Guide für alle, die dort leben.
Vegan studieren in Großbritannien: Supermärkte, Wohnheime und Meal Deals
Großbritannien ist eines der einfachsten Länder für vegane Studierende, aber die Fallen sind sehr spezifisch. Hier steht, was die Etikettwörter rechtlich bedeuten, welcher Supermarkt wofür taugt und wie Meal Deals funktionieren.
Vegetarisch studieren in Deutschland: Supermärkte, Mensa und günstiges Essen
Die Mensa ist die günstigste warme Mahlzeit deiner Woche, und Discounter halten ihre veganen Eigenmarken preislich auf Augenhöhe mit Fleisch. So liest du die Mensa-Kennzeichnung, diese acht Wörter verraten tierische Zutaten, und hier steckt das billige Protein.
Vegetarisch studieren in den USA: Der Supermarkt-Guide für den Campus
In den USA gibt es keine E-Nummern, du liest Wörter statt Ziffern, und fünf davon erwischen Neuankömmlinge am häufigsten. Hier kommt der Guide für den Supermarkt, die Siegel und den Meal Plan auf dem Campus.
Verify Veg vs. Yuka: Welcher Food-Scanner passt zu deiner Ernährung?
Yuka bewertet Ernährung und Zusatzstoffe, Verify Veg prüft, ob ein Produkt zu deiner Ernährung passt. Hier siehst du, was jede App abdeckt, was fehlt und was sie kostet.
Yuka Alternativen: 7 Apps für Diäten, die Yuka nicht prüft (vegan, halal, koscher)
Yuka bewertet Nährwerte und Zusatzstoffe, gibt aber kein halal-, koscher- oder jain-Urteil und braucht einen Barcode. Hier sind 7 Alternativen, die die Diäten prüfen, die Yuka auslässt.
Zutatenliste lesen: 25 Wörter, die über vegetarisch entscheiden
Zutatenliste lesen für vegetarisch und vegan: 25 wiederkehrende Wörter verraten tierische Zutaten, von Gelatine bis tierisches Lab. Bei Aroma, Emulgator und Fett fehlt die Herkunft.
Alternatives à Yuka : 7 apps pour les régimes que Yuka ne vérifie pas (vegan, halal, casher)
Yuka note la nutrition et signale les additifs, mais elle ne rend aucun verdict halal, casher ou jaïn et il lui faut un code-barres. Voici 7 alternatives vérifiées, dont plusieurs lisent l'étiquette en photo.
Courses vegan en Thaïlande : 7-Eleven, Big C, Lotus's et la sauce de poisson cachée
Un guide des courses vegan en Thaïlande pour ceux qui y vivent : quelle enseigne utiliser pour quoi, où la sauce de poisson se cache dans les produits emballés, et ce que le drapeau jaune jay (เจ) promet vraiment.
Étudiant vegan au Royaume-Uni : supermarchés, résidences et meal deals
Le Royaume-Uni est l'un des pays les plus faciles pour manger vegan, mais les pièges sont précis. Voici ce que les mentions légales veulent vraiment dire, à quoi sert chaque type de supermarché, comment fonctionnent les meal deals et comment cuisiner en cuisine partagée.
L'étudiant végétarien en Allemagne : supermarchés, Mensa et petits budgets
La Mensa allemande sert le repas chaud le moins cher de la semaine étudiante, et les discounters alignent leurs marques vegan sur le prix de la viande. Voici les codes des menus, les mots allemands qui cachent des ingrédients animaux et où trouver la protéine bon marché.
Étudiant végétarien aux États-Unis : le guide de survie au supermarché
Quelles enseignes américaines conviennent aux étudiants végétariens et vegan, quels ingrédients piègent les nouveaux arrivants, pourquoi les étiquettes américaines se lisent autrement et comment manger avec un forfait campus.
Étiquettes allemandes pour végétariens : 25 mots à apprendre avant de partir
Les listes d'ingrédients allemandes cachent des ingrédients d'origine animale derrière une vingtaine de mots récurrents, de Gelatine à tierisches Lab. Voici ce que chacun veut dire, et ceux qui signalent que la source n'est pas indiquée.
Meilleure application scanner vegan en 2026 : 10 apps comparées (prix, hors ligne, régimes)
Dix applications capables de répondre à une question vegan, comparées sur ce qu'elles scannent, les régimes couverts, le prix, le hors ligne et la plateforme. Chaque détail vient de la fiche ou du site de l'app, vérifié le 24 septembre 2026.
Vegan chez Trader Joe's : les ingrédients animaux cachés dans les produits phares
Gélatine dans les bonbons, présure animale dans le fromage, carmin dans les sucreries rouges, miel et saindoux : où les ingrédients animaux apparaissent dans les rayons que les clients de la chaîne américaine Trader Joe's achètent le plus, et comment vérifier une étiquette avant d'acheter.
Verify Veg ou Yuka : quel scanner alimentaire choisir selon votre régime ?
Yuka note la qualité nutritionnelle et les additifs, Verify Veg vérifie si un produit convient à votre régime. Voici ce que chaque app couvre, ce qu'elle laisse de côté et ce qu'elle coûte.
Vegan chez Aldi et Lidl (Allemagne) : quoi acheter et quoi scanner
La marque vegan de Lidl s'appelle Vemondo, celle d'Aldi MYVAY. Voici quoi acheter rayon par rayon chez les discounters allemands, et les mots allemands (Gelatine, Molke, Lab) qui décident si un produit est vraiment vegan.
Yuka est-il vegan ? Ce que l'app vérifie vraiment (et ce qu'elle ne vérifie pas)
Yuka note la qualité nutritionnelle et les additifs, pas la compatibilité avec un régime : une bonne note ne signifie donc pas qu'un produit est vegan. Voici ce qui reste à vérifier vous-même.
Yuka ou Fig : note santé ou filtre alimentaire, laquelle choisir ?
Yuka note la qualité nutritionnelle d'un produit ; Fig vérifie si ses ingrédients entrent dans votre régime ou vos allergies. Voici ce que chaque app couvre, ce qu'elle coûte et pourquoi Fig reste réservée aux États-Unis.
Alternatif Yuka: 7 Aplikasi untuk Diet yang Tidak Diperiksa Yuka (Vegan, Halal, Kosher)
Yuka menilai gizi dan menandai aditif, tetapi tidak memberi putusan halal, kosher, atau Jain dan selalu butuh barcode. Ini 7 alternatif yang memeriksa diet yang tidak dicakup Yuka.
Apakah Yuka Cocok untuk Vegan? Ini yang Diperiksa Yuka (dan yang Tidak)
Yuka menilai kualitas gizi dan aditif, bukan kompatibilitas diet, jadi skor bagus bukan berarti produknya vegan. Ini yang diperiksa Yuka dan yang tetap Anda cek sendiri.
Aplikasi Scanner Vegan Terbaik: 10 Aplikasi Dibandingkan
Sepuluh aplikasi yang bisa menjawab pertanyaan vegan, dibandingkan dari apa yang dipindai, cakupan diet, harga, pemakaian offline, dan platformnya. Semua detail berasal dari listing resmi aplikasinya, ditinjau pada 2026-09-24.
Belanja Vegan di Thailand: 7-Eleven, Big C, Lotus's, dan Kecap Ikan Tersembunyi
Panduan toko demi toko untuk belanja bahan vegan di Thailand: jaringan mana yang cocok untuk kebutuhan apa, di mana kecap ikan bersembunyi di makanan kemasan, dan apa arti sebenarnya bendera kuning เจ.
Mahasiswa Vegan di Inggris: Supermarket, Halls, dan Meal Deal
Inggris salah satu negara termudah untuk makan vegan, tetapi jebakannya spesifik. Ini arti kata di label, kegunaan tiap jenis supermarket, cara kerja meal deal, dan cara memasak di dapur bersama halls.
Mahasiswa Vegetarian di Amerika Serikat: Panduan Supermarket dan Kantin Kampus
Di Amerika Serikat tidak ada E-number: Anda membaca kata di daftar bahan, dan lima kata paling sering menjebak vegetarian baru. Ini jenis toko yang cocok untuk tiap kebutuhan, arti label di kemasan, dan cara makan dengan meal plan kampus.
Mahasiswa Vegetarian di Jerman: Mensa, Supermarket, Protein Murah
Mensa adalah makanan hangat termurah dalam sepekan Anda di Jerman, dan diskonter menjual merek vegan sendiri seharga versi hewaninya. Ini arti kode menu kantin, delapan kata Jerman yang menyembunyikan bahan hewani, dan tempat protein murah.
Membaca Label Makanan Jerman: 25 Kata untuk Vegetarian
Daftar bahan Jerman menyembunyikan bahan hewani di balik sekitar 25 kata yang berulang, dari Gelatine sampai tierisches Lab. Ini arti masing-masing, dan kata mana yang berarti sumbernya memang tidak dicetak.
Vegan di Aldi dan Lidl Jerman: Apa yang Dibeli dan Apa yang Dipindai
Merek vegan Lidl adalah Vemondo dan merek Aldi adalah MYVAY. Ini yang layak dibeli lorong demi lorong di diskonter Jerman, plus kata label Jerman (Gelatine, Molke, Lab) yang menentukan apakah produk benar-benar vegan.
Vegan di Trader Joe's: Bahan Hewani Tersembunyi di Produk Favorit
Gelatin di permen kenyal, rennet hewani di keju, karmin di permen merah, madu dan lemak babi: bahan hewani ini muncul di rak yang paling sering dibeli pelanggan Trader Joe's. Berikut daftar bahan yang perlu dicek sebelum membeli.
Verify Veg vs Yuka: Aplikasi Pemindai Mana yang Cocok untuk Diet Anda?
Yuka menilai gizi dan aditif, Verify Veg memeriksa apakah produk sesuai diet Anda. Ini yang dicakup masing-masing aplikasi, apa yang terlewat, dan berapa biayanya.
Yuka vs Fig: Skor Kesehatan atau Filter Diet, Mana yang Anda Butuhkan?
Yuka menilai seberapa sehat sebuah produk, Fig memeriksa apakah bahannya sesuai diet atau alergi Anda. Ini yang dicakup masing-masing aplikasi, harganya, dan siapa yang cocok memakainya.
Beste vegan scanner-apps in 2026: 10 apps vergeleken (prijs, offline, dieetdekking)
Tien apps die een vegan-vraag beantwoorden, vergeleken op wat ze scannen, welke diëten ze dekken, prijs, offline gebruik en platform. Alle gegevens komen uit de listing of site van de app zelf, gecheckt op 2026-09-24.
Duitse etiketten lezen: 25 woorden voor vegetariërs en veganisten
Duitse ingrediëntenlijsten verstoppen dierlijke ingrediënten achter ongeveer 25 terugkerende woorden, van Gelatine tot tierisches Lab. Dit betekent elk woord, en bij deze woorden noemt de verpakking de herkomst niet.
Is Yuka veganistisch? Wat Yuka wel en niet checkt
Yuka beoordeelt voeding en additieven, geen dieet. Een goede score zegt dus niets over vegan: dit checkt Yuka wel, en dit lees je zelf.
Vegan bij Aldi en Lidl in Duitsland: wat je koopt en wat je scant
Lidls vegan huismerk is Vemondo, dat van Aldi is MYVAY. Dit koop je per schap bij de Duitse discounters, en deze Duitse etiketwoorden (Gelatine, Molke, Lab) verraden of een product echt vegan is.
Vegan bij Trader Joe's: waar dierlijke ingrediënten zich verstoppen
Trader Joe's verkoopt vooral zijn eigen merk, en toch breken zes ingrediënten regelmatig een veganistisch dieet. Dit zijn ze, per schap, met de etiketcontrole die je in de winkel doet.
Vegan boodschappen in Thailand: 7-Eleven, Big C, Lotus's en verborgen vissaus
Een gids per keten voor vegan boodschappen in Thailand, voor wie er woont: waarvoor je welke winkel gebruikt, waar vissaus zich in verpakt eten verstopt en wat de gele jay-vlag (เจ) wel en niet belooft.
Vegan studeren in het VK: supermarkten, halls en meal deals
Het VK is een van de makkelijkste landen om vegan te studeren, maar de valkuilen zijn specifiek. Dit betekenen de labelwoorden wettelijk, waarvoor je bij welke keten moet zijn en hoe meal deals werken.
Vegetarisch studeren in Duitsland: supermarkten, Mensa en goedkoop eten
De Mensa is de goedkoopste warme maaltijd van je week en discounter-huismerken houden hun vegan lijn op het prijsniveau van vlees. Dit is hoe de kantinemarkering werkt, welke Duitse woorden dierlijke ingrediënten verbergen, en waar de goedkope eiwitten liggen.
Verify Veg vs Yuka: welke app past bij jouw dieet?
Yuka beoordeelt voeding en additieven, Verify Veg controleert of een product bij je dieet past. Dit dekt elke app, dit missen ze, en dit kosten ze.
Vegetarisch studeren in de USA: supermarkten, etiketten en de campusmaaltijd
In de VS lees je geen E-nummers maar woorden, en vijf daarvan kosten vegetariërs het vaakst een fout product. Per supermarktketen zie je waarvoor je er moet zijn, plus hoe je eet op een campusmaaltijdplan.
Alternatieven voor Yuka: 7 apps voor diëten die Yuka niet checkt
Yuka beoordeelt voeding en markeert additieven, maar geeft geen halal-, koosjer- of jain-oordeel en heeft een barcode nodig. Dit zijn 7 gecontroleerde alternatieven.