Suriname
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Suriname for vegan & vegetarian travelers
Suriname
Vegan Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)
Vegetarian Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
Best For: Indian, Javanese, Creole cuisines
Challenging Because: Shrimp paste and fish sauce
🥗 What to Eat
- Vegetable roti
- Dhal and chickpea curries
- Stir-fried vegetables and tofu
- Rice and beans
🚫 Watch Out For
- Shrimp paste
- Fish sauce
🗣️ Survival Phrases (Dutch)
- I am vegetarian: Ik ben vegetariër
(ik ben veh-heh-tah-ree-UR) - I am vegan: Ik ben veganist
(ik ben veh-GAH-nist) - No meat: Geen vlees
(kheen flace)
🧭 Veggie Trip Tip
Thanks to its cultural diversity, Suriname is one of the most veg-friendly countries in South America.
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