Popular Mouthwatering Indian Dishes That Vegans Can Enjoy!

Posted by Michael Griffin on November 23rd, 2019

India, known for its spices, puts them to good use in their food, especially street food, with plenty of different dishes to choose from, below is a list of some of the more popular options. These are some recommendations you should try and give your taste buds a new experience.

Kofta

This Indian dish can be best described as a dumpling of veggies or other similar ingredients which are then fried and preferably served in a gravy. It goes with both naan bread and steamed rice. In the case of a vegan dish, the filling will be of vegetables or potatoes, although meats are also used in this used but are not appropriate here. In case you decide to order some from an Indian food delivery & takeout NYC, check with your server if the dish is vegan since there are butter and cream used at times in the gravy.

Vegetable Biryani

This dish is heaven for a vegan who loves rice. A mixture of spices such as cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, coriander among others coming together with rice and some veggies such as peas and onions is a delight for any person, vegan or not. One tablespoon and you’ll be hooked to this dish forever, that’s how good it is. Although if not prepared properly, you can grow a distaste for it as well, sp research the best places before heading out to devour this delicacy.

Dosa

A super-thin pancake made from a batter of fermented rice and lentils is a delight to have for breakfast or lunch. Popular in South India, dosas are filled with spicy potatoes and onions usually but one can add other vegetables as well and serve alongside coconut chutney and sambar. Generally a light meal, it is best for people who eat on the go or prefer to not stuff themselves, although you can have multiple servings of this dish, on the other hand, to fill up and no one would blame you since this will leave you craving for more. One of the best vegan dishes available out there for people to savor.

Pakodas

Ask any Indian what they want to eat when it’s raining and the answer will always be the same, Chai and pakoda, which translates to tea and fritters( the Indian version). Vegetables such as potatoes, onions, bell peppers, etc are dipped in besan or chickpea flour which is spiced and then deep-fried. Served with mint and coriander chutney, it is best to eat them while they’re hot and gather the most flavor and taste out of them. This will work perfectly for an evening snack.

Chole Bhature

One of the most popular food items that please everyone across the board no matter from which corner of the country you are from, Chole Bhature is a fan favorite and just happens to be vegan as well. Chickpeas boiled and then cooked in a spicy curry are served alongside puri or bhature which is a form of a fried Indian bread. This mouth-watering combination is served with onions and chutney on the side and is devoured by people within a few minutes which goes to show how amazing this dish really is.

Baingan Bharta

A smoked eggplant curry that is cooked with onions, tomatoes and a variety of spices is different from ganoush that is served cold in the Middle East. The eggplant is first smoked or rather its outer layer is sort of burnt, next it is peeled off slowly so as to not remove the ingredient inside it. After that, it is mashed and put in a kadhai, which a curved utensil and spices are added to it and topped by onions and tomatoes. This spicy dish is best served and enjoyed with naan bread and chutney.

Dum Aloo

Originating from the crown jewel of India, Kashmir, this spicy delicacy requires the finesse not possessed by many to achieve its true flavor blast. Hence it is best to research restaurants serving this dish and read their reviews to know where to get the best available Dum Aloo. this vegan dish is prepared by boiling potatoes, peeling them off, poking small holes in them which can be done with the help of a toothpick. Next prepare the curry that consists of a lot of red chilies and other spices along with some oil. Put the potatoes in the curry and cook till you see a thin layer of crispy brown on them. Enjoy with naan bread or steamed rice.