{"id":72021,"date":"2019-07-07T09:42:34","date_gmt":"2019-07-07T08:42:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=84569"},"modified":"2023-06-27T18:04:13","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T17:04:13","slug":"vegan-food-essentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/vegan-food-essentials\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegan Food Essentials South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><strong>Having a kitchen full of versatile and tasty ingredients is your first step to creating fantastic vegan food!<\/strong><\/span> <strong>Use our list of vegan food essentials to get started.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-52030\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/top-view-of-food-1640772.jpg\" alt=\"Several plates of vegan food and dips \" class=\"wp-image-52030\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\">Don\u2019t feel that you need to rush out and buy everything straight away though. Simply use this as a guide to grow your Veganuary larder. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\">You\u2019ll find all the inspiration you need for cooking with these within our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">recipe section<\/a>, and If you\u2019re not sure where to find them then our&nbsp;Product Directory&nbsp;is here to help. Happy cooking!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jump to each section:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#dairy\">Dairy Alternatives<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#protein\">Vegan Protein Sources<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#grains\">Grains &amp; Dry Ingredients<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#cooking\">Cooking<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#baking\">Baking <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#condiments\">Condiments &amp; Sauces<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#snacks\">Vegan Snacks<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#readymeal\">Ready Meals<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#fruitveg\">Fruits &amp; Vegetables<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dairy\">Dairy Replacements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vegan Butter<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supermarkets offer an array of vegan butter (or \u2018spreadable joy,\u2019 as we like to call it). Perfect for your morning toast, cooking and baking, vegan margarine doesn\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flora Vegan Spread<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blossom Spread<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irene\u2019s Gourmet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Green Heart Organics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>D\u2019lite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fauxmage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Miyoko\u2019s Organic Cultured Vegan Butter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vegan Cheese<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Can\u2019t live without cheese? Well, you don\u2019t have to! Cheese may be one of the hardest animal-based products to recreate, but many brands offer amazing dairy-free alternatives to mozzarella, parmesan, cheddar and much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No vegan food list would be complete without these cheeses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Violife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Le Coquin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nature et Moi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irene\u2019s Gourmet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woolworths Dairy Free Range<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fauxmage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earth &amp; Co.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Plant Milks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Embrace the exciting tastes and textures plant-based milks have to offer. There are so many non-dairy options to choose from, so you\u2019re guaranteed to find one you love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perfect for your morning cuppas, baking endeavours and everything in between, dairy-free milks won\u2019t let you down. Here\u2019s a round-up of our favourite plant milk brands, including soy, rice, almond, oat, hemp and coconut varieties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alpro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oatly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oh Oat!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good Hope Soy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Almond Breeze<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rude Health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ButtaNutt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MILKLAB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earth &amp; Co.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ok ja<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simple Truth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifestyle Food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supermarket own label<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-78873 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/vegan-essentials-1.jpg\" alt=\"Oatly milk alongside a coffee. Plant milk is one of the key vegan food essentials to look out for in the supermarket. \" class=\"wp-image-78873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/vegan-essentials-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/vegan-essentials-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/vegan-essentials-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/vegan-essentials-1-800x533.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: AdobeStock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dairy-Free Yoghurts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We couldn\u2019t leave dairy-free yoghurts out of our vegan food list. Whether you\u2019re looking for a Greek yoghurt alternative for your breakfast or a fruity-flavoured treat, these brands have you covered. Some are based on soya, others coconut, so test them out and see which works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yokos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alpro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supermarket own label<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woolworths yoghurt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vegan Mayonnaise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some dishes just aren\u2019t complete without a dollop of mayo, right? Thick, creamy and full of flavour, vegan mayonnaise ticks every box. Once you enjoy these delicious animal-free alternatives on your sandwiches and salads, you won\u2019t look back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hellman\u2019s Vegan Mayo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B-Well Range<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vegan Chocolate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chocoholics rejoice: vegan chocolate has never tasted better. Whether you love decadent dark chocolate or classic milk-infused varieties, there\u2019s a dairy-free chocolate for you. When that sugar craving strikes, here are the brands to look out for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>De Villiers Nut Butter Chocolate Bar Selection&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Chocolate Yogi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cocoa Fair<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nova (not white chocolate)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mojo Me<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Orbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bare<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Honest Chocolate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beacon TV Bar slab only (chocolate bars contain milk)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lindt Excellence (70% and above slab are milk free)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dairy-Free Ice Cream<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We all deserve an indulgent treat from time to time, which is why dairy-free ice cream has to be on our vegan shopping list. There\u2019s no shortage of sweet treats to help you cool down, whether you\u2019re looking for classic tubs or ice cream bars. Get stuck into these dairy-free delights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Virtue Ice Cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phat Fox<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gaia &amp; I<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unframed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kirsten\u2019s Kick ass Ice Cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vegan Desserts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trying vegan food means embracing delicious new flavours. Thanks to the growing range of vegan dessert offerings, it\u2019s never been easier to satisfy your sweet tooth as a vegan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From soft, spongy cakes to devilishly decadent puddings, there\u2019s a dessert to suit everyone. Next time you\u2019re looking for a sweet fix, bite into the many vegan option offered by the brands below:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Allergen Baker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yum Baker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baking Premixes: Ina Paarman, Outcast Foods and Glutagon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moro Gelato, certain flavours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Royale Eatery, certain&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dolc\u00e9 Bakery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grumpy &amp; Runt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegan by Crumb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thank Goodness Foods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supermarket own label<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"protein\">Protein<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When grocery shopping, be sure to grab a few <a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/vegan-protein-sources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">protein sources<\/a> for your vegan meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/how-to-cook-with-tofu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tofu<\/a><\/b><\/span><\/span> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">Extra firm for cooking or silken for sauces and desserts.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/what-is-seitan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seitan<\/a><\/b><\/span><\/span> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">Meat replacement made from wheat gluten \u2013 great \u2018meaty\u2019 texture.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Pea<\/b><\/span><\/span><strong>s<\/strong> <strong>&#8211; <\/strong><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">Garden peas (frozen or canned).<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Beans<\/b><\/span><\/span> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">Dried and\/or canned kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Chickpeas<\/b><\/span><\/span> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">These are good as a healthy savoury snack, or sprinkled onto your dinner to add a little&nbsp;crunch.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Seeds<\/b><\/span><\/span> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">Sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, chia, flax, hemp etc. Seeds are packed full of good stuff!<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Nuts<\/b><\/span><\/span> <strong>and nut butters &#8211;<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">Almonds, cashews, walnuts, Brazil nuts, pine nuts.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Lentils<\/b><\/span><\/span> <strong>&#8211; <\/strong><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">Puy, red, brown and green in dry form or packed ready to throw straight into sauces\/curries. A wonderful \u2018meat\u2019 substitute in Bolognaise, Shepherd\u2019s Pie, Lasagne etc.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/how-to-cook-tempeh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tempeh<\/a><\/b><\/span><\/span><strong> &#8211;<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\">Similar to tofu in that it is made from fermented soy beans, but less popular in Western countries. Firmer than tofu with a stronger flavour. Great to marinate.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meat alternative products &#8211;<\/strong> Fry&#8217;s, Quorn, Linda McCartney&#8217;s, Urban Vegan, Herbivohr, Oh! Poppyseed. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-76769 size-medium\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tofu-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Tofu curry\" class=\"wp-image-76769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tofu-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tofu-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tofu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tofu-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tofu-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tofu.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: AdobeStock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"grains\">Grains &amp; Dry Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure you get plenty of these whole, plant-based foods in your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b><strong>Brown or wild rice<\/strong><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Couscous<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b><strong>Oats and millet<\/strong><\/b><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Whole or multi-grain pastas<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Whole grain \/ sprouted bread and tortillas<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Polenta<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Noodles<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/oatmeal-1.jpg\" alt=\"A bowl of oatmeal with nuts\" class=\"wp-image-79734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/oatmeal-1.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/oatmeal-1-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/oatmeal-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/oatmeal-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/oatmeal-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/oatmeal-1-800x533.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: AdobeStock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cooking\">Cooking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are so many wonderful ingredients out there for <a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/how-to-veganise-your-meals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vegan cooking<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Agar agar<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Vegan substitute for gelatine.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Nutritional yeast<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> A lovely cheesy flavour and can be fortified with B12, although SA brands are not.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Vegetable stock<\/b> <strong>&#8211; <\/strong>(Cubes or powder) Go for the low sodium option.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Vegetable bouillon<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Tomato paste\/puree<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Worcester sauce<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> A great way to add extra flavour to soups and stews (check that it doesn&#8217;t contain fish\/anchovies \u2013 Wellington\u2019s is vegan).<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Oils<\/b><strong> &#8211;<\/strong> Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the best for cooking, but there\u2019s a range of vegetable oils at your disposal \u2013 including canola and sunflower.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Pizza bases<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Pick n Pay fresh bases, Woolworths thin &amp; crispy bases, Simple Truth gluten-free bases (Checkers).<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Homemade-Vegan-Cauliflower-Crust-Pizza.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade vegan pizza \" class=\"wp-image-85321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Homemade-Vegan-Cauliflower-Crust-Pizza.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Homemade-Vegan-Cauliflower-Crust-Pizza-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Homemade-Vegan-Cauliflower-Crust-Pizza-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Homemade-Vegan-Cauliflower-Crust-Pizza-800x533.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: AdobeStock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"baking\"><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><\/span>Baking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exploring <a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/vegan-baking-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vegan baking<\/a> products that work for you is a process and it may take time to find something you like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Egg Replacer<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> A great egg replacer for baking is Orgran No-Egg.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Flax seeds<\/b> <strong>&#8211; <\/strong>Good source of <a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/where-do-vegans-get-their-omega-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Omega 3<\/strong><\/a> and you can use it to replace eggs. <\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Chia seeds<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Great replacement for eggs. One chia \u2018egg\u2019 equals 1 tablespoon of seed to 2 tablespoons of water.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Coconut oil<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Good for replacing butter.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Agave nectar<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Great honey replacement.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Maple syrup<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Great honey replacement.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Blackstrap molasses<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> Fantastic <a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/iron-vegan-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>source of iron<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Pastry<\/b><strong> &#8211; <\/strong>Today brand puff and short crust pastries are vegan, as is Pick n Pay and Checkers\u2019 home brands, as well as Woolworths\u2019 puff pastry.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Sugar &#8211;<\/strong> South African sugar is vegan, yay!<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/pastry.jpg\" alt=\"A selection of pastries\" class=\"wp-image-77164\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/pastry.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/pastry-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/pastry-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/pastry-800x533.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: AdobeStock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"condiments\">Condiments &amp; Sauces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Egg-Free Mayonnaise<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> B-Well, Cross &amp; Blackwell Trim, Martinnaise, Taysti.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Mustard<\/b><strong> &#8211;<\/strong> Most mustard is vegan. Dijon, Hot English, American, etc (Steers mustard is not vegan).<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>Tomato Sauce\/Ketchup<\/b> <strong>&#8211;<\/strong> All Gold, Heinz, Pick n Pay brand, Simple Truth (Checkers), etc.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #333333;\"><b>HP Sauce<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Hot Sauce<\/b> <strong>&#8211; <\/strong>Tabasco, Sriracha, Sriracha mayo, Fynbos Fine Foods sauces.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Wellington\u2019s Sweet &amp; Sour sauce<\/b><strong> &#8211;<\/strong> Perfect for stir fries.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/condiments-en.jpg\" alt=\"A selection of condiments and sauces \" class=\"wp-image-85335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/condiments-en.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/condiments-en-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/condiments-en-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/condiments-en-800x533.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: AdobeStock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"snacks\">Snacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you need an energy boost on the go or a tasty treat, there are plenty of vegan-friendly snacks. You\u2019ll be pleasantly surprised to know that many of the snacks you enjoy are accidentally vegan!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are lots of vegan crisps and popcorn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegan Biltong and droewors &#8211; Earthshine, Herbi V\u014dhr<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sausage rolls and pasties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Samosas and bhajis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dried fruit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nuts and seeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweets and candies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dark-chocolate-en.jpg\" alt=\"2 blocks of dark chocolate\" class=\"wp-image-85349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dark-chocolate-en.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dark-chocolate-en-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dark-chocolate-en-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dark-chocolate-en-800x533.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: Unsplash <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"readymeal\">VEGAN READY MEALS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the healthiest options usually involve cooking for yourself, sometimes we need a quick meal on a busy day! These brands offer healthy or indulgent convenient meals that can be ready in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pick n Pay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woolworths<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checkers -Simple Truth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kauai Ready Meals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fruitveg\">Fruits &amp; Vegetables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more support with fruit and vegetable servings, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/dr-gregers-daily-dozen-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr Greger&#8217;s Daily Dozen checklist<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Kale<\/b> &#8211; A vegan superfood (along with other cruciferous vegetables), an excellent <a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/veganism-and-calcium\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>source of calcium<\/strong><\/a> and other vitamins and minerals.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Bell peppers<\/b> &#8211; Great raw dipped in hummus or in a stir fry (buy organic when possible).<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Sweet potato<\/b> &#8211; A fantastic <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/en-za\/vitamin-a-in-a-vegan-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">source of vitamin A<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Mushrooms<\/b> &#8211; Get your B vitamins here!<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Berries<\/b> &#8211; Strawberries, blueberries and raspberries<\/span><\/span>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>Avocados<\/b> &#8211; One of the good fats!<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/fruit-and-veg.jpg\" alt=\"Buddha bowl with an array of fruits and vetables\" class=\"wp-image-75666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/fruit-and-veg.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/fruit-and-veg-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/fruit-and-veg-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/fruit-and-veg-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/fruit-and-veg-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/veganuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/fruit-and-veg-800x533.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having a kitchen full of versatile and tasty ingredients is your first step to creating fantastic vegan food! 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