Welcome to the wonderful world of Gujarati cuisine, where vibrant flavors and hearty ingredients come together in the most delightful plant-based ways. Gujarati food, known for its sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, offers a range of dishes that perfectly fit the plant-based lifestyle. From tangy lentils to crispy snacks, there’s no shortage of delicious, vegan-friendly options here. Whether you’re already a fan of Gujarati cuisine or looking to explore, this guide has everything you need to bring the flavors of Gujarat straight to your kitchen—without any animal products in sight!
What’s Inside:
Part 1: A curated list of essential vegan Gujarati dishes that you won’t want to miss, from savory staples to irresistible sweets.
Part 2: A 7-day meal plan featuring these delicious dishes, making it easy to incorporate them into your weekly meals.
Did you know? Eating more plant-based foods can significantly lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, and even certain cancers. According to the American Heart Association, plant-forward diets emphasize whole foods like vegetables, legumes, and nuts, which support heart health and overall well-being.
It is a win-win for your taste buds and the planet! Ready to make the switch? Let’s dive in!
Part 1: A Flavorful Gujarati Vegan Feast Awaits!
Savory Staples:
- Undhiyu: Mixed vegetable curry
- Khaman: Steamed savory cake made from fermented rice and lentils
- Dhokla: Steamed savory cake made from fermented rice and lentils
- Handvo: Savory rice and lentil cake
Lentil Dishes:
- Dal Dhokli: Split red lentils with wheat flour noodles
- Khatti Meethi Dal: Sweet and sour lentil curry
- Chana Masala: Chickpea curry
Rice Dishes:
- Gujarati Kadhi: Yogurt-based rice dish with gram flour and spices (vegan adaptation: use coconut curd, soy curd, or peanut curd)
- Masala Bhat: Spiced rice with vegetables and nuts
Snacks and Sweets:
- Fafda: Crunchy fried snack made from gram flour
- Jalebi: Crispy fried batter soaked in syrup (vegan adaptation: use plant-based milk and vegan sugar)
- Shrikhand: Sweet yogurt dessert flavored with cardamom and nuts—use coconut yogurt or soy yogurt. (Learn how to make Coconut Curd at home!)
Part 2: Your 7-Day Vegan Gujarati Meal Plan
Day 1:
- Breakfast: Vegan Khaman (steamed savory cake made from fermented rice and lentils)
- Lunch: Undhiyu (mixed vegetable curry) with brown rice and roti
- Dinner: Dal Dhokli (split red lentils with wheat flour noodles)
- Snack: Fafda (crunchy fried snack made from gram flour)
Day 2:
- Breakfast: Vegan Shrikhand (sweet coconut yogurt dessert flavored with cardamom and nuts)
- Lunch: Masala Bhat (spiced rice with vegetables and nuts)
- Dinner: Chana Masala (chickpea curry) with brown rice and roti
- Snack: Jalebi (crispy fried batter soaked in syrup)
Day 3:
- Breakfast: Vegan Handvo (savory rice and lentil cake)
- Lunch: Gujarati Kadhi (yogurt-based rice dish with gram flour and spices) adapted with coconut yogurt
- Dinner: Undhiyu (mixed vegetable curry) with brown rice and roti
- Snack: Fafda (crunchy fried snack made from gram flour)
Day 4:
- Breakfast: Vegan Dhokla (steamed savory cake made from fermented rice and lentils)
- Lunch: Dal Dhokli (split red lentils with wheat flour noodles)
- Dinner: Masala Bhat (spiced rice with vegetables and nuts)
- Snack: Jalebi (crispy fried batter soaked in syrup)
Day 5:
- Breakfast: Vegan Khaman (steamed savory cake made from fermented rice and lentils)
- Lunch: Undhiyu (mixed vegetable curry) with brown rice and roti
- Dinner: Chana Masala (chickpea curry) with brown rice and roti
- Snack: Fafda (crunchy fried snack made from gram flour)
Day 6:
- Breakfast: Vegan Handvo (savory rice and lentil cake)
- Lunch: Gujarati Kadhi (yogurt-based rice dish with gram flour and spices) adapted with coconut yogurt
- Dinner: Dal Dhokli (split red lentils with wheat flour noodles)
- Snack: Jalebi (crispy fried batter soaked in syrup)
Day 7:
- Breakfast: Vegan Dhokla (steamed savory cake made from fermented rice and lentils)
- Lunch: Masala Bhat (spiced rice with vegetables and nuts)
- Dinner: Undhiyu (mixed vegetable curry) with brown rice and roti
- Snack: Fafda (crunchy fried snack made from gram flour)
There you have it—a vibrant, flavorful, and completely vegan Gujarati feast that you can enjoy all week long!
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Be kind ❀
– Contributed by Nija Dhillon
