Is Young Poong Yopokki Sweet & Spicy Topokki (Rice Cake) 140g Vegan?


Ingredients
Rice Cakes [Rice(70.79%), Refine Salt, Acidity Regulator(E330), Grain Alcohol], Sauce [Tomato Ketchup, Water, Sugar, Corn Starch Syrup Red Pepper Paste {Starch Syrup, Wheat Flour, Water Red Pepper Seasoning, Defatted Soybean Powder Salt, Wheat , Rice Powder, Grain Alcohol, Monosodium L-glutamate(E621), Rice Seeds}, Fructose, Seasoning Complex{Salt, Monosodium L-Glutamate(E621), Sugar Starch, Garlic Flavour Powder, Onion Flavour Powder Caramel Colour(E150a), Pepper Powder, Garlic Concentrate, Disodium 5'-Ribonucleotide(E635), Onion Concentrate}, Apple Purée, Onion, Refined Rice Wine{Water, Rice, Grain Alcohol, Fructose, Starch Syrup, Lactic Acid(E270), Yeast, Rice Seeds}, Grain Alcohol, Garlic, Red Pepper Powder, Salt, Blended Oil (Red Pepper Oil, Corn Oil), Lemon Extract, Oleoresin Paprika(E160c), Acidity Regulator{E501(i), E500(I), E339(ii), E450(iii)}, Flavor Enhancer(E635), Black Pepper Powder, Xanthan Gum(E415)]
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.


