Veganism is the avoidance of dairy products, especially in the diet. Dietary vegans, also known as strict vegans, avoid consuming animal products such as meat, eggs, ghee, butter, dairy products, etc.
According to the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, a well-planned vegan diet is suitable for all stages of life, including infancy and pregnancy. Vegan diets tend to contain more fiber, magnesium, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E, iron and phytochemicals and less food energy, saturated fat, cholesterol, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, calcium, zinc and vitamin B12. How do you go vegan on a budget? Brilliant ways to save hundreds of rupees on groceries.
Dorothy Morgan and Donald Watson derived the word “vegan” in 1944 when they co-founded the vegan society in Great Britain. However, people’s interest in veganism has increased after 2010. And now veganism is trendy all over the world. People avoid dairy products to avoid cruelty and harmful acts against animals. Here we offer you 5 Indian vegan breakfast options that are healthy and easy to prepare.
1. Besan Sooji Cheela
This is a very easy and popular breakfast option for people in North India. Simply mix an equal amount of besan (gram flour) and sooji (semolina) with your favorite spices and some water. Cook it in olive oil to make a healthy breakfast dish.
Watch the Besan Sooji Cheela recipe video:
2. Poha
One of Maharashtra’s favorite dishes, Poha is not only easy to prepare, but also a super healthy breakfast option. Simply cook in olive, coconut or almond oil and a quick vegan breakfast is ready.
Watch the recipe video from Poha:
3. Vermicelli Upma
Toasted vermicelli made in a very healthy way by adding your favorite vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, corn, beans, etc.
Watch the Vermicelli Upma recipe video:
4. Filled Paratha
As with any perfect Punjabi breakfast, you can make your own favorite stuffed parantha. Better to use refined coconut or olive oil instead of ghee to make it a vegan breakfast. Since you’re vegan, you can also use soy paneer / tofu instead of adding paneer to the filling.
Watch the Stuffed Paratha Recipe Video:
5. Scrambled tofu
Just as you cook scrambled eggs or paneer, you can also prepare soy scrambled eggs or tofu. Add the same seasonings and cook the same way; Just make sure you don’t use ghee or butter when preparing it.
Watch the recipe video for scrambled tofu:
Veganism isn’t as difficult as it seems. We don’t even know that we are actually consuming vegan foods most of the time. Try these breakfast options when trying to incorporate veganism into your lifestyle. It’s only 21 days of hard work and after that it becomes a habit.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on August 16, 2021 at 1:12 pm IST on LatestLY. For more news and updates on politics, world, sport, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to Latestly.com).
