7 Vegetarian Items That Might Actually Contain Non-Vegetarian Ingredients

Shubhi Kumar
Jan 02, 2025

Jelly

Often made with gelatin derived from animal bones and cartilage.

Doughnuts

Some recipes include lard or gelatin-based glazes.

White Sugar

In some cases, processed with bone char for refining.

Salad Dressings

Certain dressings contain anchovies, fish sauce, or gelatin.

Cheese

Many cheeses use animal-derived rennet for curdling milk.

Naan

Sometimes made with eggs or brushed with butter containing animal fats.

Soups

Broths may include chicken or beef stock as a base.

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