Best Ramadan Recipes – Ideas for Suhoor, Iftar, and Dinner

  • February 24, 2025
  • 01:29 Minutes

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Ramadan is almost here; you must run errands to make everything perfect for festivities. Decorations, gifts, greeting cards, and, most importantly, Ramadan meals. You must be scratching your head, finding different recipes for this festive season. 

So, here we are with some delicious recipe ideas.

Suhoor Recipes

Try these simple recipes to start your day with energy during Ramadan 2025:

Balaleet  

A traditional Emirati dish. Balaleet is a combination of sweet and savory flavors. It provides carbs and protein. A balanced choice for a filling Suhoor meal. 

table displaying the ingredients to prepare Balaleet.

Foul Medames  

Foul Medames is a classic dish made from fava beans. This protein-rich stew is flavored with olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice. It provides energy and a lovely taste.  

table displaying the ingredients to prepare Foul Medames .

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Iftar Meal Recipes

These Iftar meal recipes are perfect to break your fast with: 

Lentil Soup  

Warm, comforting, and nutritious. The red lentils offer protein, and the spices and vegetables add flavor.

table displaying the ingredients to prepare Lentil Soup

Sambousek  

These deep-fried pastries are a Ramadan favorite. Filled with spiced meat or cheese, sambousek is crispy on the outside.  

table displaying the ingredients to prepare Sambousek.

Dinner Recipes

Try these recipes for a filling dinner:

Chicken Machboos  

Chicken Machboos is a fragrant rice dish. Full of rich spices and tender chicken. It’s hearty and comforting.   

table displaying the ingredients to prepare Chicken Machboos.

Thareed  

A traditional Emirati dish of bread soaked in a rich stew. The bread absorbs all the flavors and serves a delightful experience.  

table displaying the ingredients to prepare Thareed.

Summing Up

We know you’re already drooling over these recipes and can’t wait to try them. Well, you can try these now so that you can plan your meals better. Also, don’t forget to try drinks like jallab and qamar al-din, and desserts like mehalabiya and luqaimat for a refreshing experience