7 Authentic Emirati Dishes That Can Be Turned Into Vegan Delights

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Emirati Dishes But Vegan!

explore how some iconic Emirati dishes can be transformed into vegan delights, keeping the essence of the flavors intact.

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Just replace the meat with vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and eggplant

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1.  Al Harees

Replace  dairy milk with a plant-based alternative like almond or coconut milk and use a flaxseed or chia seed mixture as an egg.

2. Luqaimat

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Transform it into a vegan treat by using coconut milk or almond milk and sweetening it with natural ingredients like dates or date syrup.

3. Aseeda Bobar or Pumpkin Wholeweat Sweet

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It's a dish made with sweet vermicelli and scrambled eggs. But it can be veganized by substituting eggs with tofu or chickpea flour. 

4. Balaleet

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Replace the minced meat with veggies like mashed potatoes, chickpeas, lentil and more. 

5. Samboosa

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This Emirati stew can be made by using vegetables and Emirati seasonings. 

6. Margoog

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 Emirati dish featuring shark meat, can be replicated in a vegan-friendly way with king oyster mushrooms or jackfruit. 

7. Jisheed

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These vegan adaptations ensure that the essence of Emirati gastronomy is accessible to all.