The holy month of Ramadan begins this week, a time of reflection, prayer, and connection with loved ones for many Muslims. A central aspect of Ramadan is the food shared both in preparation for and to break the daily fast.
Ramadan Recipes for Suhoor and Iftar
These are perfect to get you through the day. Have a batch ready and toast in a sandwich press as you need them. (ABC News: Lina Jebeile)
Recipe developer Lina Jebeile suggests that for suhoor, “you want something filling and nutritious that’s also quick and easy.” Because the meal is early, “minimal prep or pre-prepared foods are ideal.”
Jebeile’s omelette sandwiches meet these requirements, providing plenty of protein and lasting up to three days in the fridge, ready to be heated in a sandwich press.
Once set, you can spoon chia seed pudding into jars and layer with your favourite fruit and nuts. (ABC News: Lina Jebeile)
“Chia seed pudding is also great,” Jebeile says, noting that flavours can be changed by substituting rosewater for vanilla essence or maple syrup, and using fruits like mango or figs.
The lentils when blended give this soup a velvety texture and plenty of protein. (ABC News: Lina Jebeile)
Although it may not be traditional “soup weather,” Jebeile recommends soup as a perfect food to begin iftar, as it is light on the stomach, easy to digest, and hydrating.
Her spiced lentil soup is nourishing, flavourful, and creamy without the need for cream, and is easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.
Saffron chicken and rice bakes in one pan and is served with toasted nuts and parsley, an easy but delicious iftar option. (ABC News: Lina Jebeile)
For iftar, Jebeile favours hearty meals that are quick to prepare, emphasizing the need for well-balanced meals including protein, grains, and vegetables.
Her saffron chicken and rice dish is a simple, one-pot meal where baking white rice with saffron and chicken thighs creates a rich flavour and fluffy rice.
These buttery shortbread biscuits with pistachios are the perfect ‘don’t bring a thing’ plate to contribute to a shared meal. (ABC News: Lina Jebeile)
“Desserts are a must right throughout Ramadan,” Jebeile says, adding that the month is a time for gathering and celebration, making desserts an ideal contribution to a shared meal.
Her pistachio and rosewater biscuits are simple to make and can last for a couple of weeks.
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