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Looking for iftar ideas? Our energising Ramadan recipes offer a twist on midweek meals. We also have plenty of delicious Eid recipes, from hearty mains to indulgent desserts, so you can make sure your celebrations are packed with loads of stunning Eid food.
Zainab Pirzada's easy chicken curry tastes super authentic but only takes 35 minutes! It has a creamy 5-ingredient sauce that’s made in one pan to save you washing up. Add in fresh green chillies for an extra kick and serve with rice, naan or a refreshing chopped salad.
Impressive, indulgent and aromatic, this classic Indian lamb dish is the perfect way to warm up during the colder months
Like doughnuts, these balls are generously dunked in a cardamon and rose water syrup
Zainab Pirzada's citrussy salad is super simple to serve up for Iftar. It has all the flavours of a Kachumber salad with crispy halloumi and chickpeas for protein (and crunch!) Finish with a drizzle of sweet and zesty pomegranate molasses dressing.
Zainab Pirzada's air-fryer wings are great as part of an Iftar spread. They're coated in a sweet and spicy honey sauce for a moreishly sticky marinade and topped with spring onions and sesame seeds for extra crunch.
Zainab Pirzada's hearty chicken pie makes a perfect Iftar centrepiece. Cook tender chicken and leeks in a cheesy cream sauce and top with golden puff pastry. To give your pie a vegetarian twist, try replacing the chicken with a tin of butter beans – or include both for extra protein.
‘Ma’amoul are a traditional shortbread usually made with flour or semolina and ghee or butter for a melt-in-the-mouth texture.’ says Dina Macki, a food writer, recipe developer and presenter. ‘They are stuffed with dates or nuts. Families across the Middle East will make hundreds of these for Eid or Easter.’
‘Fatayer are found across the Middle East, filled with spinach, cheese and sometimes meat – they’re not dissimilar to mini pizzas.' says Dina Macki, a food writer, recipe developer and presenter. 'You’ll find them in almost every household during Ramadan, for breaking fast.’
‘We drink a lot of apricot juice during Ramadan, so I’ve taken the traditional flavour and made it into a fun dessert for Eid’ says Dina Macki, a food writer, recipe developer and presenter. ‘Always my favourite to bring for a celebration.’
'Barfi comes from the Hindustani and Persian word meaning snow', says food writer Dina Macki
Originating in Egypt, Basbousa is a sweet semolina cake that is doused in an orange-flavoured syrup and topped with flaked almonds
Gluten-free fried goodness! These cauliflower pakoras are easy to make for a big gathering and deliver tongue-tingling flavours
'This curry is a staple in my home during Ramadan. We make it on the thicker side so it can be enjoyed with rice or bread’ says Dina Macki, a food writer, recipe developer and presenter.
Nargisse is a chef and author, she says:'During Ramadan having easy-to-prepare meals makes a big difference. This sausage roll recipe is perfect for iftar: the bold spices and rich textures feel like a treat after a long day of fasting.'
Food writer Dina Begum's Eid celebration date cake is a real showstopper! 'The Eid that follows Ramadan marks the end of fasting', explains Dina. 'We break our fast using dates – so dates are a key ingredient here. My recipe is based on sticky toffee pudding, which I love'.
Zainab Pirzada's crispy sweetcorn fritters are great as part of an Iftar spread. Kimchi is good here for salty and funky flavours and a little bit of spice. Serve with a spicy sriracha and sesame sauce for dipping.
An Indian-spiced lentil and rice kedgeree that’s traditionally eaten for breakfast but is equally good as a midweek meal
Chef Rabia Rashad's seviyan kheer fruit custard recipe is the perfect sweet treat to serve this Ramadan
This Moroccan-inspired mixed grain pilaf makes a delicious, complete meal with a tasty combination of cauliflower, chickpeas, vegetables, dates and nuts
Serve up a colourful veggie supper with this hearty pilaf, packed with carrots, sweet potato, red onions and broccoli. The root veg is roasted in spices, then tossed with nutty wild rice and grated broccoli for a healthy vegetarian feast.
Suitable for vegetarians and meat eaters alike, this green biryani is an excellent source of vitamin B1 and chock-full of goodness.
These minty lamb and pea rolls are crispy on the outside with a juicy, meat-filled centre
Alia is making a big batch of her famous veggie samosas for Eid tomorrow while her son Umar gets in the way beneath her feet.
These sweet and syrupy Indian treats are made by frying batter in swirls until they're golden and crispy. Coat in a sticky cardamon and saffron glaze, then top with chopped pistachios.
In chef Khadim Mane's lamb toufe recipe, tender lamb shoulder is marinated with garlic and spring onion, and cooked with vibrant green peppers
"I chose this recipe because ghriba is simply the most iconic cookie," says Nargisse Benkabbou
'Fasting from dawn to dusk during Ramadan makes the food shared each night extra important', says food blogger Anisa Karolia
This chickpea curry recipe is Sabrina’s mum’s signature dish. After years of experimenting with different ingredients this has become the recipe she’s best known for and it always makes an appearance at family gatherings, or as part of Iftar during Ramadan
A quick and tasty North African nutty spice mix - dukka can be sprinkled over sauces, soups and salads or on top of warm flatbreads
This lamb tagine is full of North African flavours and is slowly cooked with sweet prunes, fragrant Ceylon tea and almonds
Packed will seasonal vegetables, this makes a fabulous vegetarian dish
The most comforting dish to have during Ramadan, this dhal soup is delicious and easy to whip up
Made with three types of cheese, these samosas are the perfect starter or snack for Ramadan