KYF-Vegan Food

KYF-Vegan Food

Veganism has had a longer history than you might imagine. It could be said that there have always been vegans – people who have chosen to live as far as possible without the use of animal products..

Often this was for religious or spiritual reasons. In more recent times, the original use of the word ‘vegetarian’ (in the 1830s) indicated a person who did not eat any animal products at all and who lived on a vegan and predominantly raw food diet..

It said that if properly planned, a plant-based diet is healthier than many others because it includes much more fruit and veggies. A new food pyramid is practiced to replace the pervasive older one, this time with four food groups: Vegetables, whole grains, fruits, and legumes.

FAFI has created a certification requirements for Vegan food preparation. This will assure consumer that the Vegan principles are adopted by the certified Food businesses & will built consumer confidence.

Vegetarianism and Veganism are often confused in India, so here are few things to keep in mind when it comes to eating vegan dishes in India.

  • Indian food uses dairy products which as a vegan you need to avoid. Ask for ingredients of the food you eat. Regular milk can be substituted with soy milk.
  • Ghee, clarified butter is a byproduct of milk and is often used in cooking. You can ask for the ghee to be substituted with vegetable oil.
  • Yogurt, known as dahi in India is also a byproduct of milk, therefore you must avoid. Ask for the vegan varieties.
  • Some breads (Bhature, Naan) is likely be made with yogurt. You can go for the plain bread varieties. Roti, rumali roti, tandoori roti, Puri are some breads you can eat.
  • Paneer (non-melting farmer cheese or curd cheese made by curdling heated milk with lemon juice, vinegar, or any other food acids.) is also a dairy product, therefore ask it to be substituted with Tofu.
  • Desserts in India also generally comprise of dairy products, ask for ingredients. Go for chocolate, coconut, jaggery and other flavorsome varieties.
  • Desserts in India also generally comprise of dairy products, ask for ingredients. Go for chocolate, coconut, jaggery and other flavorsome varieties.