Indian Foods That Are Banned In Other Nations

By- Malika Sahni

Ketchup While for Indians snacks aren't complete without their "tomato sauce", it is banned in France.

Poppy Seeds Poppy Seeds are a main ingredient in Indian Kitchens. However, they are banned in Singapore and Taiwan.

Kebabs This delictable Indian dish is banned in Venice to preserve tradition and decorum.

Chyawanprash Chawanprash has been banned in Canada since 2005 due to concerns about its high lead and mercury content.

Ghee While it is a main cooking ingredient in  Indian homes, Ghee is banned in the US because of concerns that it may lead to obesity and heart attacks. 

Samosa This delicious Indian snack is banned on Somalia due to its association with Indian Culture, which they consider to be a foreign influence.

Jelly Cups  Indian childhood is incomplete without Jelly Cups. However, these are banned in Australia.