14 amazing vegan dishes to eat at Time Out Market Dubai

It’s officially Veganuary.

And Time Out Market Dubai is not short of rockstar vegan plates.

So whether you’re a dedicated vegan or just dipping your taste buds into a plant-based world, be sure to try these sensational vegan plates at Time Out Market Dubai.

À La Grecque’s eggplant

There are few vegetables as versatile and grounding as the humble eggplant. Order this one from À La Grecque and you won’t be disappointed. Usually served with feta, ask your server to hold this, and you’ll be handed a warm, healthy meal, with just the right amount of char.
Dhs49.

BB Social Dining’s chestnut bao

BB is much-loved for its bao, and just because you can’t dig into a duck or short-rib version, there’s absolutely no need to miss out, as this veg option is super-tasty and a must-try for vegans, vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. The steamed and toasted bun (made with BB’s special bao dough recipe) is filled with flavour-packed mushroom and chestnut croquette – all topped off with dried mushrooms and a drizzle of indulgent, truffley sauce.
Dhs45.

Boon Coffee’s avocado toast (without labneh)

Though specialising in Ethiopian coffee, Boon knows a thing or two about what goes into creating a delicious breakfast, too. Its avocado toast, usually served with labneh and topped with dried fruits, is officially one of the best in the city. Ask them to hold the labneh and you’ve got a dreamy vegan eat.
Dhs44.

Lana Lusa’s Portuguese fries

Ok, so fries may not be a full meal in itself (even though vegans are used to making it so) but these are too good to miss. Potatoes have been cut into circle shapes and fried Portuguese style to make some of the most delicious fries you’ve ever tried.
Dhs30.

Liban by Allo Beirut’s warm falafel salad

Falafel is basically a vegetable (kind of). The crispy morsels are made out of chickpeas or fava beans, sometimes both, plus fresh herbs and here are tossed with a light, tangy salad.
Dhs49.

Little Jun’s’ bang bang cauliflower

While it’s fair to say that anything fried tastes good, we can assure you, not as brilliant as this cauliflower. Coated with a gluten-free tempura batter and glazed with tiger bite seasoning, this is a crispy, yet sticky addition that needs to be on every vegan’s table (thank us, later).
Dhs59.

Long Teng’s mapo tofu

When you ask for this dish without the chicken, it’s a plate of cooked-to-perfection tofu in Sichuan sauce that’s the ideal main course for vegetarians and vegans. Spicy and umami, your tongue won’t know what’s hit it – in the best possible way.
Dhs58

Masti’s avocado pani puri

Vegans and vegetarians alike, if you haven’t sunk your teeth into one of Masti’s avocado pani puris, what have you been doing? These are a must-try dish. With a crispy shell that melts in the mouth, this take on classic street food is one of the best we’ve tried.
Dhs40.

Pickl’s Impossible Burger wrapped in lettuce

Vegetarians and vegans the world over are fans of the famous Impossible Burger a plant-based patty that’s as close to the real deal as you’re going to get. Pickl, which is serious about its burgers, serves up the Beyond Burger in a vegetarian-friendly smooshy potato pun, layered with house pickles, slathered in melted cheese and lashings of secret sauce. Opt for a lettuce wrap, hold the cheese and skip the sauce, and your burger will be vegan. Feeling extra hungry? Double up your burgers. Now, that’s something you get your chops around.
Dhs42 (single). Dhs61 (double).

Reif’s avocado and cucumber maki

Time Out Market Dubai, Reif Japanese Kushiyaki

Whether you are vegetarian or vegan, nothing quite beats a serving of fresh vegetable sushi. At least not when they come crafted at the expert hands of chef Reif. Perfectly fresh avocado and cucumber sticks are wrapped in sticky quinoa and seaweed for a flavour explosion in the mouth. Hold off the sauce, and these are vegan, dip into black sesame sauce, and they’re vegetarian-friendly.
Dhs32.

Scoopi’s mango sorbet

Any vegans (or those skipping the dairy) dining in the house should finish their meal with a scoop of Scoopi’s fresh mango sorbet. The sweet yet tangy yellow stuff is the perfect palette cleanser to end your dining experience or an ideal way to break between courses (no judgment here).
Dhs35.

SLAB Cocina’s guacamole

Try this foodie spot’s smashed avocado topped with pico de Gallo and pepitas, served with purple corn tortillas. Make sure you ask them to hold the crumbled cotija so you can enjoy this vegan treat.
Dhs65.

Vietnamese Foodies’ vegan pho

Time Out Market Dubai, Vietnamese Foodies

With a broth that’s cooked for 12 hours, this bowl of pho packs a mighty flavour explosion. With fresh mushrooms, bean sprouts and more, it’s loaded with vitamins and taste. Served with mint leaves, sprigs of coriander and hot chillies, you can customise the dish to suit you.
Dhs49.