‘Veg Chilli Chicken' from Chandigarh sparks online buzz, revives veg vs non-veg debate
A viral video featuring a food stall in Chandigarh selling a dish called 'Veg Chilli Chicken' has left the internet bewildered and amused, sparking a fresh wave of comments and jokes across social media platforms. The dish, seen as blurring the lines between vegetarian and non-vegetarian food, has once again ignited the longstanding debate in India over dietary preferences.
The video, shared on Instagram by food vlogger Jonas, shows him at a local food stall in Chandigarh pointing at a signboard advertising the unusual offering. 'We are in Chandigarh and they've cracked this whole veg-non veg debate. Nowhere in India are they as innovative as here,' Jonas says in the clip, adding, 'Here, they have veg chilli chicken. Nowhere in India will you see this innovation, only in Chandigarh.'
The post quickly gained traction online, with users flooding the comments section with witty takes and confused reactions. One user wrote, 'Chicken identify as a vegetarian,' while another quipped, 'The chicken was vegetarian, you misunderstood it.' Others speculated that the dish might be plant-based, with one person adding, 'It is really veg, I have eaten it, it's made up of soya.'Another viewer commented, 'Welcome to Chandigarh mate,' and someone else recalled a similar experience, saying, 'I saw a place in Mumbai selling Veg Hamburger.'
The trend reflects a broader movement towards plant-based alternatives that mimic the taste and texture of meat without using animal products. Vegan or mock meat is increasingly popular among consumers who want the flavour of meat without compromising their dietary or ethical choices. These meat alternatives often use soy, pea protein, wheat gluten, jackfruit, or mushrooms to recreate the texture of traditional meat. Ingredients like lentils, chickpeas, beetroot, and coconut oil are added to boost protein content, mimic meat's color and juiciness, and enhance flavour.
In a country where food is closely tied to identity and cultural expression, innovations like 'Veg Chilli Chicken' continue to stir both humour and debate—bridging the gap between culinary creativity and traditional boundaries.
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