Ramadan Mubarak to all of you! Ramadan is a very special time for us Muslims to reflect on life and reach out to our spiritual side. It is also the time when favorite food traditions are followed and new recipes are tried for those fasting. Here are some of the top Ramadan recipes for Iftar you must try if you want an Iftar menu to remember!
What to eat for Iftar? This would seem to be a popular question this month. And, with the lockdown, everyone’s been trying new recipes. So, let’s try to make the best food for Iftar our family members will cherish!
Most of the Iftar meal ideas below are kid-friendly so let your kids join in the kitchen and help you with prep and cooking. It’s a nice way to bond with them and also ensure some fun activity to while away time especially if the little ones are fasting.
I reached out to my favorite food bloggers who are also friends and are doing a fantastic job during this quarantine period. Please take the time to go through their profiles as they have exceptional content and oh so delicious Iftar food ideas!
Easy Ramadan Recipes for Iftar you MUST try!
Cake Rusks – Sushi And Sandals
There is something very quintessential about cake rusks in the Pakistani household; those small cake-like biscuits which are dense, crunchy, and oh so sweet. They are available at the local bakery and are a staple in most houses.
They go perfectly with a hot cup of tea, eaten on their own or dunked to make them soft. I make them often, especially during Ramadan, as after a day of fasting, worship, and fatigue; there is nothing better than to curl up and relax with this delicious comforting combination
Fudgy Chocolate Brownies – Peplum and Pineapples
If you guys know me, you know I’m a self-proclaimed dessert queen. So for Ramadan Iftar ideas, I would like to share this extra fudgy brownie recipe, and believe me when I say you are going to love me for it!
It’s easy peasy and is perfect for Ramadan, because we all know after iftar we need to treat ourselves with some fudgy goodness 😉 A long-standing tradition at the Khurram residence, our mama bear bakes a cake or brownie every iftar because she knows that’s all we crave, and boy oh boy, is it the best thing ever!
6 Minute Microwave Cake – Aniseeds
Ramadhaan has always been the most special time of the year for me. With weeks of preparation and build-up prior to its arrival, my family prefers to enjoy making the most of the fast by spending it in prayer.
We plan a simple menu with quick and easy Iftar recipes that are not time-consuming like this chocolate microwave cake that only takes 6 minutes to bake! What’s not to love about this recipe? 🙂
Rose Dalgona Milk – Table for Five
I usually make a rose-flavored milkshake during Ramadaan because it’s one of my first food memories of the Holy month and also because it is one of our quick Iftar recipes. My mother used to make it for us every day when we were younger and we would break our fast with dates and water, and then have a refreshing glass of milkshake.
I remember eagerly looking forward to it every night at Iftar with a plateful of savories to indulge in too. This year I decided to try out a Dalgona version of rose milkshake and Alhamdulillah it turned out really well so we’ll be alternating between the two!
It was my duty to make it most nights in my parents’ home but now that my kids are older they make it instead. I wish everyone a very peaceful and blessed Ramadan this year, hopefully making lots of new memories too
China Grass Dessert – Nazia Jawwad
This dessert may intrigue you considering the present situation, but I assure that it is not at all related to China! The name China Grass is also known as Agar-Agar, a type of gelatin made by plants.
In most homes in South India, Ramadan dessert is associated with China Grass. It holds well, can be made for gatherings, and it pairs well with any flavor since it has no taste of its own. So, you can really get creative and make your very own version of this dessert! Check here to see how I make this at home
Pineapple Soufflé – Shabosphere
Well technically it’s not soufflé as it has no eggs, it’s a quick pineapple dessert.
But from a young age, my mom named it as “pineapple soufflé”! It’s an easy dessert which she normally makes as a quick Iftar recipe and it is completely failproof.
Especially during summers, this is totally a winner! My memory with this Iftar dessert is patiently waiting for the jelly on top to set. As a kid, I loved this dessert at it had jelly but now, it’s one of my favorite quick desserts to make.
The taste of pineapple and sweetness of condensed milk and jelly…no words to describe a total comfort dessert anyone could make. And the best part? You don’t need to bake or follow any fixed recipe. I make it often for Iftar now as my kids love it too. Click here for the complete recipe.
My favorite dessert on the Ramadan Iftar menu is Rabri. I especially like the fact that it can be used in so many dishes and can be created into almost anything. You can make this ahead of time and use it for a variety of Iftar dishes. It is truly an Iftar special recipe!
We have a simple recipe of how to make Rabri with 2 ingredients that we also use to make Shahi Tukda. It can be turned into Kulfi, used with Malpua, thinner consistency can be soaked in a plain cake to make Tres Leches, and so on! Check for our detailed recipe here.
Pumpkin Kibbeh – Tamam’s Kitchen
The Holy Month of Ramadan is genuinely one of the happiest times one can share with their loved ones. Everyone gathers together each night for Iftar and suhoor which is one of my favorite traditions.
I love spending time in the kitchen preparing a different dish each night for my family and friends. During this time I try to focus on self-healing, optimism, as well as helping the less fortunate. Ramadan gives you a sense of appreciation for what you have!
My favorite memory of Ramadan is having the family gathered around the table, all laughing and spreading love. That is the true essence of Ramadan and I thank God every day that I am able to experience it with my wonderful family, friends and multiple delicious dishes and pumpkin kibbeh is one of those dishes
Smoked Kheema Patti Samosa – Rashida Blogs
Samosas, well what can I say about them. My mom used to love making Patti samosas as Iftar snacks and these used to be a staple at iftar throughout the month of Ramadan.
My fondest memory of these samosas dates back to Jan 1997 where my mom was making these just a few hours before she gave birth to my little sister. I still remember sitting in the hospital with the foil packed samosas my mom had prepared for me just as I was leaving for prayers.
Well, we never made it to prayers that night, but I sure enjoyed every last bite of the Iftar meal of samosas sitting at the hospital bench waiting for the good news.
These Bohri styled kheema patti samosas use charcoal smoked mince which enhances the flavors by leaps and bounds, making it just right to satisfy your taste buds after a day-long fast. They are best enjoyed with a squeeze of lemon on top and a cup of hot chai on the side
Chana Bateta – Thoughts Over Chai
Chana Bateta is typically famous in Bohri households, mostly during Ramadan or religious celebrations. The best bowl to grab was in the small lanes of Bhendi Bazaar on the pull-carts just outside the main mosque; which is now undergoing some major re-development changes.
Life’s best pleasures were had in those dainty shacks enjoying the best of street food with a group of life-long friends. Chana Bateta started off as an evening snack, but it’s a whole meal in itself – packed with proteins and carbs. Train journey buddy, picnic essential, or a kitty party must have, it is universally favorite among this close-knit community
Ganji is one of the healthy Iftar recipes that we like making. It is made out of rice and lentils that ensure the belly is feeling sufficient while also making sure you can still bend for the Taraweeh prayer with ease! 😛
We have Kanji/ Ganji recipe up! Make this for a healthy Iftar.
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