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McDonald's is the only major global market to serve zero beef and zero pork menu items in which country?

Answer

India

McDonald's redesigned its entire India menu around chicken, fish, and vegetarian options, replacing beef with items like the Maharaja Mac (chicken) to respect the country's religious and dietary traditions.

💡 Did you know?

McDonald's adapted its menu so drastically for India that it became the only major market where the chain serves no beef or pork whatsoever.

Other options people guess

  • Indonesia
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Israel

Topics

  • mcdonalds
  • fast-food
  • india
  • global-expansion

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