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Mali for vegan & vegetarian travelers
Mali is moderately vegetarian-friendly, with grains, vegetables, and legumes forming the base of most traditional dishes. Vegan travelers need careful preparation.
Mali
Vegan Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️☆☆☆ (2/5)
Vegetarian Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️☆☆ (3/5)
Best For: Rice, vegetables, peanuts
Challenging Because: Meat-based sauces
🥗 What to Eat
- Rice with peanut sauce (ask no meat)
- Vegetable stews
🗣️ Survival Phrases (French)
- No meat: Sans viande
(sahn vee-AHND)
🧭 Veggie Trip Tip
Confirm sauces are cooked separately from meat.
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