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What is Halal Food and How Is It Different from Other Foods?

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The Muslim community has certain beliefs and rituals which it must abide by when consuming food. They can eat only Halal food which is defined in terms of how it is procured and in its guidelines for preparation.

In Singapore, you can find a substantial minority of Muslims. When choosing halal buffet catering in Singapore for an event, you should take into account the source of food procurement and method of preparation.

Here’s a look at the guideline to halal food:

  1. Food processing and cooking

All processed food is halal only if the processing is clean and free from filth and if the ingredients:

- Do not contain any parts or products from animals forbidden by Islamic laws or not slaughtered according to Islamic laws.

- Do not contain ingredients such as pig oil, fats, and any type of alcohol.

- Are prepared, processed, and manufactured using equipment which are not considered filth according to Islamic laws such as cutting devices, premises, containers, and other equipment.

- Do not come in contact with any food that is not considered halal as per Islamic laws during preparation and storage.

  1. Hygiene/ Sanitation

Cleanliness are particularly emphasised in Islam which includes hygiene in every aspect such as personal cleanness, dress, equipment, and premise where food is processed/ prepared.

- The premises for preparation and sale of food and drinks must be clean and free from any element which causes infestation, such as rats, flies, lizards, and cockroaches.

- The workers of food factory must be healthy and wear clean clothing to prevent avoid getting dirt and contaminants into the food.

- Equipment and utensils must be washed regularly to ensure cleanliness.

  1. Presentation and storage

All halal food which is kept, displayed, and served must be kept away from food that is non-halal to prevent mixing or contamination. Any halal food that comes in contact with non-halal food becomes haram or forbidden.

  1. Alcohol

Alcohol which is derived from the liquor production is haram. Soft drinks which contain liquor are also considered haram.

  1. Slaughtering of animals

There are certain things that should be kept in mind while slaughtering animals for halal food preparations. They are:

- The slaughtering must be performed by a Muslim and the animal must be alive and healthy to be eaten.

- The respiratory tract, esophagus, and jugular vein should be severed in a way which assures maximum removal of blood and less suffering to the animal.

- The slaughtering device must be sharp and not made of bones, teeth, and nails.

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