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This German-based discount grocery chain expanded to the US in 1976 and since then, has slowly gained a cult-following thanks to its innovative, house-brand products and affordable prices. Now with over 60 locations in California and more plant-based options than ever before, this store has us getting on the craze and filling our carts with these 21 vegan goods.

How Aldi is innovating vegan food

Much like Trader Joe’s, Aldi offers a plethora of private-label goods under its Earth Grown label that are exclusive to its chain of grocery stores. Think veggie burgers, hot dogs, meatless meatballs, vegetable pot stickers, and egg plant ravioli, just to name a few.

The chain’s UK locations were among the first to tap into 2019’s vegan chicken craze with the launch of its private-label meatless line, which included products such as No Chicken Burgers alongside Mae’s Kitchen Vegan No Sausage Rolls and No Beef Burgers. “The launch of our new vegan range is in response to our growing, ethically inspired customer base looking for delicious alternatives to meat, and is another example of our ongoing commitment to cater [to] all diets at everyday low prices,” said Julie Ashfield, Managing Director of Buying at Aldi. And just this summer, the brand launched its own frozen, ready-to-heat version of chicken and waffles, again staying on trend with similar launches from brands as big as Eggos and Alpha Foods.

They are also at the forefront of the vegan seafood trend with the European launch of the German brand BettaF!sh’s vegan “tunah” spread made from a blend of fava beans and ocean-grown seaweed. Its vegan tuna sandwiches launched at 4,000 ALDI stores last year, bringing consumers a more sustainable option to traditional seafood.

What’s vegan at Aldi?

Don’t miss these 21 vegan products on your next grocery run.

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1 Plant-Based Southwest Chik’n Burrito

These frozen, savory, vegan, meatless chicken burritos are filled with melted vegan mozzarella, black beans, fire-roasted corn, and peppers in an enchilada sauce. Stock up for super easy weeknight meals!

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2 Teriyaki Chickenless Bites

Protein-packed battered vegan chicken is dressed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce for an effortless addition to rice bowls, wraps and appetizer platters.

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3 Ciabatta breadsticks

Accidentally vegan breadsticks? We’re so here for that, Aldi. Choose between herbaceous basil and parsley or savory garlic and parsley to dip in zesty marinara for the perfect side for your pasta dinner.

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4 Vegan ravioli

Toss these ready-to-go vegan raviolis in fresh, bright pesto for a quick weeknight meal that’s sure to satisfy your craving for Italian food. Our tip? Sprinkle liberally with Violife vegan parm for the ultimate pasta night meal.

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5 Vegan ice cream bars

Dipped in chocolate and covered with roasted peanuts, caramelized sugar, or raspberry crunchy coatings, these make the perfect end-of-the-night sweet bites.

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6Oat milk ice cream pints

These pints of oat milk-based ice cream are so delicious. Even better? Turn them into sundaes with dairy-free hot fudge and whipped cream.

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7 Boba Bam Instant Boba Packs

These totally vegan, at-home, brown sugar-flavored boba packs take just a minute to prepare and even come with a giant, boba-sized straw to get that classic experience at home.

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8Black Bean Chipotle Burgers

Everyone is making beefy vegan burgers now, but sometimes we just crave a good old black bean patty. These simple, fiber-packed, lightly spiced patties do the trick.

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9 Vegan cheeses

From feta to bleu cheese to parm, this bargain-grocer friendly has a wide selection of dairy-free goodness. Pile on top of homemade pizzas, stuff them inside gooey quesadillas, and layer them into mile-high dips. However you eat them, these vegan cheeses are a staple.

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10 Vegan chocolate cake

Deliciously fudgy, rich Belgian chocolate cake is just one grocery trip away. Pair this with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream for a perfect dessert!

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11 Vegetable potstickers

Fry these delicious little pockets and serve as an appetizer at your next dinner party, or toss them into a bowl with rice, avocado, and cabbage for a quick weekday meal. They take only 10 minutes to transform from frozen blocks to golden brown and ready-to-eat.

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12 Vegan cheese sticks

Choose between mozzarella or cheddar breaded cheese sticks as a quick meal or midnight snack. Our personal favorite? Air fry them to perfection and then layer into a sub sandwich.

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13 Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Bowls

This easy, heat-and-eat bowl made with seitan-based chicken, broccoli, peppers, and onions is given a burst of flavor thanks to the sticky sweet sauce.

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14Falafel

When you’re rushing to pull a meal together, keep the hangries away with these easy and tasty heat-and-eat falafel balls. The garlic and herb or original are all delicious over salads, tossed in wraps, or

Almost 70 people have been struck down with food poisoning and a kitchen has been closed after an outbreak at a deluxe hotel on the New South Wales Central Coast.

NSW Health and the NSW Food Authority are investigating which food may have been contaminated after illness among many of the 230 people who attended a two-day conference held at the Crown Plaza Terrigal Pacific hotel on 30 November. More than 30 people needed emergency department treatment.

NSW Health executive director of public health, Dr Jeremy McAnulty, said anyone who felt unwell or had concerns after the conference should seek medical care, get in touch with their local public health unit, or contact conference organizers, the Aboriginal Languages ​​Trust.

As a precaution, the hotel voluntarily closed its kitchen, which is also required to do under the Food Act 2003. Of those with symptoms, 27 have confirmed salmonella infections.

NSW Food Authority acting director for food safety, Anthony Zammit, said there was no ongoing risk to health from the venue.

“Our compliance officers have visited the venue to collect samples and the investigation is ongoing,” he said.

Salmonella is usually spread to people through eating food from infected animals such as under-cooked meat and eggs. It can also be spread from person to person, but this type of transmission usually occurs over several weeks.

While most people recover with rest and fluids, some can experience severe infection and may require admission to hospital for rehydration. Those who are immunocompromised are particularly susceptible to more severe complications such as blood infection and inflammation of the blood vessels.

Guardian Australia has contacted the Crown Plaza Terrigal Pacific hotel for comment.