Recommended for Ramadan Iftar Menu

Iftar is the breaking of fast meal during the month of Ramadan. Muslims fast during Ramadan every day from sunrise to sunset. They abstain from eating, drinking, smoking, and sex during these hours. In the evening (at sunset), they break their fast.

Muslism break their fast first with liquids (water, milk, or juice) and with dates.

Soups are a great way to fill the stomach after a whole day of fasting. Soups goes easy on the stomach. This helps to warm and fill the stomach, and prepare it for the incoming main meal, which is typically heavier.

After the light intake of food - liquids, dates and soups - Muslims will pray their evening prayer (Mahgrib).

Afterwards, Muslims will eat their dinner.

The iftar dinner meal served during Ramadan are no different to the usual food cooked outside the month. But it is more special because of the many varities that would be served; many small side dishes add to the overall flavor. Salads, bread, pastries and sweets are just some examples of what might be served.

Traditional Arabic Sweets

Arabic Sweets in Syria

Lentil Soup