Is COLOMBIAN EMPANADAS, BEEF Vegan?


Ingredients
POTATOES, YELLOW CORN, SHREDDED BEEF, TOMATOES, GREEN ONIONS, BEEF BROTH, GARLIC, CORIANDER, BELL PEPPERS, CORN STARCH, SALT, BEEF BASE (SALT, RENDERED BEEF FAT AND HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OIL, MALTODEXTRIN [FROM CORN], SUGAR, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, DEXTROSE, CARAMEL COLOR, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, NATURAL FLAVORING, ONION POWDER, GARLIC, SPICES, DISODIUM INOSINATE, AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE), SEASONING MIX (CUMIN, CORN STARCH, RICE STARCH, PEPPER, SALT, NATURAL GARLIC, NATURAL COLOR [ANNATTO], DEHYDRATED GARLIC, TURMERIC, FD&C YELLOW NO. 5, ESSENTIAL GARLIC OIL) AND CUMIN. BROWNED IN PALM OIL.
What is a Vegan diet?
A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.


