Are You An Inflexitarian, Kuskatarian, Or Egalitarian? Krish Ashok’s Reel Sparks Online Buzz

India has a richly varied set of food habits based on culture, tradition, and individual preference. While the old forms of vegetarianism and non-vegetarianism are well-established categories, contemporary food choices are becoming increasingly complex. In a recent Instagram reel by Krish Ashok (@masalalab) the notion of Indian dietary identities acquires a fascinating twist with inflexitarians, kuskatarians, and egalitarians. These new groups reflect the evolving relationship that Indians have with food.

Krish Ashok’s Understanding Of Indian Dietary Habits

 

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In a culturally diverse country such as India, the food options are far from simple. The reel introduces various compelling food identities in India:

• Inflexitarians: Those who identify as vegetarian but with rare, non-vegetarian exceptions in specific circumstances, such as when they travel or go to social events.
• Flexitarians: Individuals who are vegetarian at home but consume non-veg foods when they are out.
• Kuskatarians: Those individuals who love the kuska (plain biryani rice) but not the meat in biryani. They like the spirit of non-vegetarian food but like to bypass the protein content.
• Murgitarian: Individuals who are non-vegetarian and consume only chicken.
• Festitarian: Individuals who consume non-veg food but don’t eat non-veg on festivals and religious occasions.
• Egalitarians: These are the people who don’t make a distinction between food options and welcome both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food alike, without any limitations.

The concept of Indian food identity is globally attractive because food in India is deeply linked with emotion, tradition, and location.

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Social Media Reactions 

While these categories are entertaining, they also show the variety of Indian diets. Krish Ashok’s Instagram reel started firestorm of a debate with folks sharing their opinions and experiences, and even constructing new food identities on social media. The reel was soon full of humour, relatability, and creativity as folks latched onto the offbeat categorisations of inflexitarians, kuskatarians, and egalitarians. 

One user commented, “I eat meat but only when cooked in an Indian style.” Others termed the reel as funny and perfect way of describing the Indian diet.

The greatness of Indian food culture is its ability to adapt. An inflexitarian, kuskatarian, egalitarian, or something entirely different—that’s your choice! Food is personal and dynamic.

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So what are you? If these descriptions don’t apply, create your own term!

Cover Image Courtesy: @_masalalab/Instagram & Canva (For Representation)

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