Gastronomy

Pure vegetarian foods in the world

Skimp on the meat today and dig in for some scrumptious vegetarian dishes served in these countries. After all, the world is a vegetarian’s oyster.

The world is full of delicious dishes that do not contain meat! To all the foodies and vegetarians out there, here is a list of few scrumptious veg dishes from around the world to keep in mind while travelling.

Kushari, Egypt

A wholesome meal consisting of rice and lentils topped with fried onions, chickpeas and tomato sauce, this dish is popularly found in street foods, cafes and even high-end restaurants.

Ratatouille, France

In simple words: Vegetable stew. Cooked in olive oil and topped with garlic, this traditional dish is served with French bread.

Edamame, Japan

A popular appetizer around the world, it is a brilliant combination of steamed young soybeans lightly coated with sea salt.

Vinegret, Ukraine

This delectable salad is primarily made of beetroot along with potatoes, chopped onions, carrots, sauerkraut and brined pickles. 

Aloo Paratha, India

A popular desi dish that is flatbread stuffed with mashed potatoes richly seasoned with coriander, chilli powder, turmeric and ginger. It is complemented by pickle, yoghurt or chutney at the side. 

Pampoenkoekies, South Africa

These pumpkin fritters are usually served as dessert, breakfast or a side dish. The recipe can vary between sweet and savoury combinations.

Obatzda, Germany

A two-third portion of soft cheese and one-third portion of butter make this traditional cheese dish. Seasoned with salt and pepper, paprika and beer, it is usually eaten as a spread on bread. 

Tortilla Espanol, Spain

The recipe is comprised of 3 simple ingredients; eggs, potatoes and onions. Commonly enjoyed with red wine.

Mochi, Japan

Considered a staple street food of Japan, these are dense rice cakes cooked in different shapes that can also be served fried. 

Pesto trofie, Italy

An appetizing sauce made of crushed basil, Parmesan cheese, salt and garlic; it is mixed with pasta and a generous amount of olive oil.

The fact is, there are wonderful dishes across the globe that guarantee vegetarians an experience of true flavors of local cuisines. With a little bit of research, you can find a variety of vegetarian dishes at the places you decide to travel.

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