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A Popular and Must-try Los Angeles Vegan Curry Restaurant

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From vegan donuts, burgers, tacos, and everything you can think of, Los Angeles will probably become the next vegan hub of the USA. Google knows it already. Try typing “Vegan food in LA” on Google and so many websites cite Los Angeles as one of the top cities being vegan-friendly.

According to studies conducted between 2018-2021, it’s undetermined exactly how many people are vegan. But it’s somewhere between 3%-6% of the population in the United States. Coincidentally, Los Angeles is the hub of Hollywood celebrities and many of them are vegan.  

 

 

 

  

  

“Be kind to every kind.”  

About Vegan Curry is one such restaurant that has its menu influenced by Indian cuisine. The chefs use high protein, nutritious ingredients and turn the dishes into wonder! 

Opened in 2021, Vegan Curry is already popular among the vegan community of Los Angeles. The restaurant has abundant vegan options unlike other restaurants and the menu contains exotic dishes.  

The Vegan Curry à la carte specials  

Vegan Curry chefs use fresh hand-picked ingredients from the market and add in-house spices for a super tasty and healthy adventure!  

  • Vegan Tofu Manchurian – Tofu prepared in the Indo-Chin style with a dash of pepper, and some sauces.  
  • Brussels Sprouts – Sprouts packed with vital nutrients, sauteed with a sprinkle of lemon juice.  
  • Vegan Achari Vegetables – Inspired by South Indian food, the veggies are tossed in tangy homemade spices.  
  • Tofu Madras – Tofu prepared in coconut milk, crushed peppers, mustard pepper and whole red chilli. Tofu Madras is served in a coconut shell to retain its flavors.  
  • Spinach Paratha – Crispy flatbread made with spinach. 
  • Vegan Gajar Halwa – Fresh carrots cooked with (vegan) milk, ghee, sugar, and cardamom.  
  • Vegan Sooji Halwa – Semolina flour cooked with (vegan) milk, sugar, and ghee.  

So why not order your favorite meal at Vegan Curry? They are also open in DTLA. Bon Appétit!  

Advantages of being vegan 

There are so many sound reasons for being a vegetarian or vegan. Add to this the health the planet along with your own health. The COVID-19 pandemic has made it especially important to be physically resilient. There is also the dislike for non-vegetarian food from birth. Here are the three main ones.

1. Health – Whereas a vegan diet is less likely to develop diabetes, cancer, heart diseases, and high blood pressure.  Health is one of the top reasons why people go vegan. common myths are – drinking milk will strengthen my bones, my body needs protein, animal protein is best. Well, there are several alternatives to explode this myths. Meat contains saturated fats, cholesterol, pesticides, antibiotics, and so much more! It’s your choice to weigh the options and select the absolute diet!  

2. Animal agriculture – Animals are exploited for meat. And animals are also exploited for beauty products and accessories. So being vegan avoids the dangers of  animal agriculture but also helps the environment in many ways.

3. Planet – ‘There is no Planet B’. We have earth and that is it. Our eating habits affect the environment to a great extent. The human diet causes global warming, climate change, greenhouse gases, glaciers melting, and so on. A simple thing as diet can do so much to the world.  

Ten (Plus) New Dishes at SilverLake Vegan.com

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(Gerry Furth-Sides) SilverLake Vegan.com has a brand new line-up of mouth-watering, universally appealing vegan dishes. This virtual restaurant is fast becoming one of the most popular plant-based options in Los Angeles. And it is a natural both because Indian cuisine lends itself so well to meatless dishes and its long-respected kitchen.

New plant-based dishes at SilverLake Vegan.com looking as light and fresh as they taste (photo courtesy SilverLake Vegan.com)

(1) Onion bhajis can be compared to a fritter. They usually start the meal in Anglo-Indian restaurants. The snack food, like poppadoms, is satisfying without being too filling before the main courses, all the more so because they are mildly seasoned. Add salad or a slice of citrus or even a dipping chutney to make it a meal at lunch or an extra festive dinner starter.

Onion Bhaji at SilverLake Vegan.com (photo courtesy SilverLake Vegan.com)

(2) Vegetable samosas have a double-whammy addictive nature, both spicy and sweet. And the savory and sweet packets come in a triangular jacket that is as flaky as puff pastry.

Vegetable Samosas at SilverLake Vegan.com (photo courtesy SilverLake Vegan.com)

(3) Naan is almost as addictive an Indian staple dish. It tastes all the better than bread because it is fresh out of the tandoori oven at 800-degrees for a crispy exterior and an even chewier interior. Lucky diners also get a bit of a char on their piece! It can be eaten alone or used as a wrap.

(4) Vegan Cheese Naan make an gooey, ooey extra-special treat that is already perfect on its own.

SilverLake Vegan Naan and Vegan Cheese Naan at Silverlake Vegan.com (photo courtesy SilverLake Vegan.com)

(5) Vegan Green Coconut Curry. The word Curry, from the Indian Tamil “Kari” means sauce or soup. Every region, maybe every family, has their own individual versions – much like theTunisian Harissa “secret” family recipes. It is served with rice, which blends the two textures and levels of heat. Two constants of the spice mixture: it isalways combined from scratch; the ingredients always include coriander, turmeric, cumin, and red chilies. Curry is not to be confused with the 18th century British invention of “curry powder.

Vegan Green Coconut Curry at SilverLake Vegan.com (photo courtesy SilverLake Vegan.com)

(6) Okra Curry at SilverLake Vegan.com

Okra Curry at SilverLake Vegan.com (photo courtesySilverLake Vegan.com)

(7) Vegetable Zalfrazi at SilverLake. com is an example of a semi-dry curry dish that has a distinctive tanginess to it.

VegetableZalfrazi at SilverLake Vegan. com (photo courtesy SilverLake Vegan. com)

(8) Vegan Chana Saagwala at SilverLake Vegan.com is a classic Indian curry made with chickpeas, spinach, onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, and warm spices. All you have to see in the name is the “saag” or spinach to know it has to be one of the most sought after dishes.

(9) Yellow Lentil Dal at SilverLake Vegan. com

Yellow Lentil Dal at SilverLake Vegan. com (photo courtesy of SilverLake Vegan. com)

(10) Aloo Matar at SilverLake Vegan. com

Aloo Matar at Silverlake Vegan. com (photo courtesy of Silverlake Vegan. com)

Extra! Vegan Rice to go with any dish

Beautiful rice to go with any dish at SilverLakee Vegan.com (photo courtesy SilverLake Vegan)

Don’t miss out on any new dishes. Follow the restaurant at: silverlakevegan, follow us on Instagram silverlakevegan

“Silverlake Vegan” Answers the Book: 72 Reasons to Be Vegan

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Silverlake Vegan dishes (photo courtesy: Silverlake Vegan)

(Gerry Furth-Sides) Silverlake Vegan.com is fast becoming one of the most popular of the the new local vegan take away and delivery options in Los Angeles. The city already holds the title of being the most culinary diverse city in the world.

The low-key Silverlake area of LA known for its serene reservoir is also known for its old-school ethnic restaurants and gentrified residential areas. Classic, straightforward authentic ethnic and Americana menus are more dominant than the trendy, high-priced, celebrity chef options on the westside.

Serene Silverlake mirrors the health-conscious residents who circle the water daily

The Silverlake Vegan.com kitchen is west of the reservoir Silverlake.  The clear, comprehensive and  long menu is an enticing introduction to a number of Indian dishes because of the detailed explanations of ingredients and preparation provided in each description.

Vegan dishes at Silverlake Vegan. (photo courtesy: Silverlake Vegan)

The “Silverlake Vegan” staff at the long popular India’s Restaurant is excited and proud to expand services to its guests with online catering. The experienced chefs also prepare each dish in the take-away menu to order with fresh, healthy high quality ingredients. This ensure every plate arrives on a guest’s table with the richest possible taste whether it is eaten on the restaurant outside dining area or at home.

Silverlake Vegan owner-proprietor, Gurmeet M

Wellness these days is considered much more than a trend. It’s a way of life, and a lifestyle that includes healthy eating as well as staying active and fit. For visitors and locals alike, Los Angeles offers an incredible variety of plant-based dining options, from vegan breakfast and brunch to hearty burgers and pizzas. There are vegan food trucks, vegan bar menus and even ice cream shops. But few, if any, options such as Silverlake Vegan currently feature Indian foods, with their ancient history of being healthy.

The crispy, fresh naan at Silverlake Vegan (photo courtesy: Silverlake Vegan)
Crispy naan stuffed with gooey gooey cheese at Silverlake Vegan (photo courtesy: Silverlake Vegan)

Indian food has long been associated with vegetarian eating. In 72 Reasons to Be vegan by Gene Stone and Kathy Freston, the authors mention Gandhi and Indian foods in their book with its sub-title, “why plant-based” and “why now.” In reason #15, “You Could be the Next Gandhi, Da Vinci, or Tolstoy,” the authors talk about how difficult it was before the mid-twentieth century “to be committed to veganism.” One of the most surprising was Mary Shelley, author of Frankenstein.

The always wildly popular, refreshing mango lassi at Silverlake Vegan. (photo courtesy: Silverlake Vegan)

So it is a little bit surprising that the book doe not mention that India has largest number of vegetarians across the globe. There has been centuries of developing the finest foods, which are also regional, since the lifestyle has existed since antiquity. Even Indians who do not regularly follow a vegetarian diet may decide to adopt one during religious festivals.

In #52, “You can Be Veganish” the authors graciously give the advice: “take your time.” And they write about “perfectionism – we’re not into that. There’s no contest for who can be the most or best vegan. Veganish is just fine. …. If you’re at a party and you’re starving and you’re eyeballing cheese and crackers because there’s absolutely nothing non-animal to eat, have it.”

Also not in the book is how Indian cuisine lends itself to a vegan lifestyle.

Along these lines, which is not mentioned in the book, what if you are vegan or vegetarian and your friends and family do not follow this lifestyle choice. India’s Restaurant, which shares the space with Silverlake Vegan, also has delicious, healthy, non-vegan options for them.

Silverlake Vegan.com , www.Indiasrestaurant.net, 4366 Fountain Avenue, Los Anneles, CA 90029, (323) 912-9230. Order online for pick-up or delivery.