Inspiring Ideas for Ramadan

Influenced by various regions of the world, recipes that fill the Ramadan table include fresh and dried fruits, vegetables, pulses, meat, fish, cheese, and sweets. Learn about Ramadan and discover nutritious recipes to break the fast and share a delicious meal with family or friends.

Ramadan

Ramadan falls on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is a period of prayer, reflection, and fasting. It begins with the last new moon of the eighth month - Sha'aban - and ends with the arrival of the next new moon 29 or 30 days later. Among other things, the ritual of fasting involves abstaining from food and drink, between sunrise and sunset. To break this fast, there are two fundamental moments experienced and shared with great joy and gratitude: breakfast (Suhoor) and dinner (Iftar).

5 Basics for Ramadan Meals

• Hydrating fruits and vegetables • Meat, fish, eggs, and dairy, for protein • Wholegrains and legumes for energy • Healthy fats from avocado, nuts, seeds • Water

Eggs, Dairy, and Fruit

Greek Yogurt

Turkish Eggs (Çılbır)

Pudla with Spinach and Paneer

Fresh Orange Juice

Suhoor: Breakfast Before Sunrise

Since fasting begins at sunrise, breakfast (Suhoor) should be eaten in the early morning hours. This meal should be nutritious and comforting to provide the energy, hydration, and nutrients needed for a full day of fasting.

Seeds, Nuts, and Grains

Basic Bulgur

Chopped Cauliflower Chickpea Salad with Oregano Vinaigrette

Vegetable Biryani

Persian Flatbread with Herb and Walnut Dip

Meat and Fish

Fragrant Chicken Curry

Chicken Garam Masala

Indian Chicken Curry

Fragrant Coconut Fish Soup with Sweet Potato

Iftar: Dinner after Sunset

After sunset it is time to break the fast, starting with a date and a glass of water and followed by Iftar – a dinner generally composed of various snacks and main courses. This is a joyful moment to share with family and friends.

Legumes

Hummus

Baked Eggs in Tomato and Lentils with Goat’s Cheese Sauce

Chana Masala

Moroccan Chickpea and Halloumi Pie

Vegetables

Roasted Vegetables with Walnut Arugula Pesto

Aubergine and Sweet Potato Shakshuka with Garlic Cashew Cream

Roasted Vegetables with Farro and Lemon Feta Dressing (Ben)

Mini Peppers Stuffed with Homemade Ricotta - Piccoli peperoni ripieni di ricotta

Eid al Fitr: Celebrating the End of Ramadan

This is a festive date that celebrates the end of Ramadan and occurs when the new moon is seen in the sky, announcing that the 10th month has arrived. The 3 days that follow are characterized by the distribution of food to the poorest, the holding of banquets, and the exchange of gifts.

Sweets

Persian Carrot and Coconut Cake

Almond Briouats with Honey and Sesame Seeds

Semolina Cake with Rosewater (Namoura)

Date, orange and olive oil cake with salted white chocolate ice cream (Shane Delia)