Everyone deserves the chance to order from a gourmet pizza menu, so we’ve made it a point to have halal options on ours! However, we realised that a lot of people don’t fully understand what “halal” really means, despite its relevance to the Muslim community and prevalent presence in many restaurant menus, so we’re going to break it down for the curious!
What does halal mean?
The word halal is Arabic, which means “permissible” in English. In the Qur’an (the holy book of the Islamic religion) the word is used to indicate things that are permissible or “okay” to consume, use or otherwise engage with. When it comes to food, halal food is food that can be eaten by people who follow the religious principles of Islam, i.e. Muslims.
Halal food usually means halal meat, and halal meat must be treated a certain way to gain this classification. According to their religion, Muslim people cannot eat pork at all because it is haram (forbidden). Meats like chicken, beef, lamb and even fish must be killed and processed in an acceptable way. According to the Islamic Council of Victoria, halal food is:
- Free from any component that Muslims are not allowed to eat, based on Shariah (Islamic law).
- Entirely processed and stored using machinery and equipment that has been blessed in accordance with Islamic law.
Our Halal Chicken Pizzas
So, if you eat halal and you’re looking to pick up a healthy pizza at any time of the day, Proper Pizza has got your back! We’ve got two delicious chicken pizzas on offer, both with their own unique twist on traditional flavours.
Blue Vein Garlic Chicken Pizza
This is a pizza that strikes the perfect balance between creaminess and a good bite of acidity. Starting off with the traditional Proper Pizza marinara and cheese for the base, we add our Halal-certified chicken, fresh garlic and ranch sauce. Just on its own, that would already be scrumptious, but we take it one step further with our star ingredients.
Shavings of smoky, earthy blue-vein cheese provide a grounding flavour to counter the creaminess of the ranch. To top it all off, a smattering of fresh cherry tomatoes creates a burst of sweetness and acidity whenever you take a bite. Altogether, this is the kind of pizza that you really can’t put down.
White Chicken Pizza
Just like all of our other pizzas, this one starts with the crunch of our signature sesame seed crust, topped with marinara and cheese. Then, we add Halal chicken, turkey, and some deliciously earthy mushrooms to create a perfectly rounded flavour palette. The best part? Our special sauce. This secret recipe is simultaneously creamy and tangy, melding with the base flavour profile of the rest of the pizza and making it perfectly balanced.
Before you know it, you’ll be looking down and your plate will be empty. That’s just Proper Pizza guarantee.
Looking for a delicious halal meal?
Look no further! Proper Pizza has got you covered with our range of delicious pizzas. Order pizza online, or come visit us in our store at almost any time of day (we’re open until 4am). Got any questions? Get in touch with us, we’re happy to help!
FAQs
Halal pizza is a pizza that is made only with halal ingredients. This means that the meat and vegetables on the pizza are all permissible for Muslims to eat. It is important to know what ingredients can be added to the top of a halal pizza.
What is the halal secret of Pizza Express? ›
Claiming 'it is no secret that all the chicken used in our dishes is halal slaughtered', Pizza Express also said it has told staff they can give this information to customers. It is also available on its website.
How do you know if pizza is halal? ›
If there is no Halal mark, look for ingredients in the product which may include animal derivatives. If any animal derived ingredients are used, check whether they are from halal sources or not. If they are from halal sources, you may buy the products as they are halal.
What is the halal meat scandal on Pizza Express? ›
For its part, Pizza Express was forced to point out that in its Web site's FAQ section, it does make a mention of its use of halal meat: “All our chicken is halal approved but it is important to note that all birds are stunned before being slaughtered." The question has now been updated to say [emphasis ours] "It is no ...
What does halal mean on a menu? ›
Halal is a dietary law derived from Islamic teachings, meaning “lawful or permitted.” On the contrary, foods that are not considered halal are considered haram or “not permitted.” Because there are many culturally diverse places worldwide, with more to develop over time, it's important to cater to a wide range of ...
Can you eat pizza if you are halal? ›
Like any bread or bakery product, some additives, flavorings, or colorings may not be Halal. Pizza crust could contain lard, which is pig fat, as well as animal-based mono and diglycerides, enzymes, sodium stearoyl-lactylate, L-cysteine and more.
Can halal eat pepperoni pizza? ›
Muslims are forbidden to eat pork, and are instructed to eat halal meat, that is, non-pork meat prepared in a prescribed way in the name of Allah or God. So most pepperoni are forbidden because of pork content. Most non-pork pepperoni, such as beef or chicken or turkey pepperoni, are still discouraged if not halal.
Do Domino's use halal meat? ›
We don't promote our stores or meat as halal approved. However, most of our chicken is sourced from suppliers in Thailand, whose product is certified as halal by their religious authorities. The exception is our chicken wings, which are sourced from suppliers across EU countries, some of which are not halal approved.
Is Pizza Hut not halal? ›
Our food is made to a strict food and safety procedure but it does not include Halal standards for our products. We do not have a halal certification at any of our stores.
Is pepperoni from pizza pizza halal? ›
We have two types of Pepperoni: our Halal and our “New York Pepperoni”, none of which contains wheat gluten as an ingredient.
Halal Toppings
- NEW PRODUCT. Halal Sliced Smoky Sausage. HSS (1KG TRAY) ...
- Halal Julienne Turkey Ham. HJTH (1KG BAG) ...
- Halal Meatballs. HMB (1KG BAG) ...
- Halal Salami. HLS (1KG BAG) ...
- Halal Sliced Pepperoni. HPEP (1KG TRAY) ...
- Halal Spicy Beef. HSB (1KG BAG) ...
- Halal Turkey Ham Stamps. HTHS (1KG BAG) ...
- Sliced Plain Chicken. ESPC25 (2.5KG BAG)
In the U.S., almost all of the chicken is technically halal as most of the suppliers are large enough to maintain the standards. However, to prevent franchises from trying to get a competitive advantage, it does not allow franchisees to advertise they offer halal chicken or to obtain halal certification.
Does Dominos have fake meat? ›
Here in the US, there are no vegan-by-default pizza options at Domino's. You can, however, build your own vegan pizza, from the crust to the toppings—just no dairy-free cheese. There is a sliver of hope, though. In 2020, Domino's CEO divulged that an internal team was testing out plant-based sausage crumbles.
What is halal from KFC? ›
All of our halal chicken is stunned before slaughter. As with all of our chicken, slaughter is humane. You can find out more about this topic in the halal section of the site.
What is meant by halal food? ›
The term halal may be used for foods which are considered lawful. Under the Islamic Law, all sources of food are lawful except the following sources, including their products and derivatives which are considered unlawful: 3.1.1 Food of Animal Origin. (a) Pigs and boars. (b) Dogs, snakes and monkeys.
What are the rules of halal? ›
Muslim followers maintaining a Halal diet are prohibited from consuming the following:
- pork or pork by-products.
- animals that were dead prior to slaughtering.
- animals not slaughtered properly or not slaughtered in the name of Allah.
- blood and blood by-products.
- alcohol.
- carnivorous animals.
- birds of prey, and.
Muslims believe in what they see as the ethical treatment of animals. Halal practices align with this philosophy by promoting kindness, compassion, and humane treatment throughout the entire lifecycle of the animal. The emphasis on swift and painless slaughter respects the animal's dignity and minimizes suffering.
Is it halal to eat Dominos pizza? ›
While we no longer have any halal stores, all our chicken, with the exception of our chicken wings, is halal slaughtered. We would like to reassure customers that all our chicken is stunned and we take our responsibility to animal welfare very seriously. None of our other meats are halal.
