If you are looking for new Ramadan recipes from around the world then I have got you covered. Wouldn’t it be so fun to make a different ethnic cuisine meal for Iftar each week (or day if you’re feeling ambitious). All of the aunties will be gathering at your house. Ever wondered what knafeh taste like or what kibbeh taste like? If not its your time to try it and indulge in the many other ethnic dishes from around the globe you have probably never tried! I am going to help you plan your international menu for this Ramadan.
Here is list of different recipes from around the world from Uzbekistan to Yemen that I hope will give you a taste of their food and allow you experience different foods from all over the world!
Ramadan Recipes from Around the World
1. Persian Celery Stew With Mushrooms
This Persian stew combines mushrooms, celery and lamb to make a delicious stew sure to satisfy.
2. Zaatar Manakish
Zaatar Manakish is a lebanese zaatar bread which is mix with a herb of zaatar spices. It is tangy and just a mouthwatering meal.
3. Lebanese Kibbeh
Kibbe is a popular dish of Lebanon. It is a dumpling that contains ground meat and onions and of course flavorful middle eastern spices. The exterior is usually made from a bulgur paste.
4. Ful Medammes
Ful Medammes is a popular Egyptian dish. If you like hummus you will definitely enjoy this dish made with creamy fava beans and ready to be served with warm pita bread
5. Pakora
Pakora is a popular dish in India that are basically fried vegetable fritters and containing potatoes, eggplant and a plethora of indian spices.
6. Karniyarik
If you love eggplant you will have to try this recipe! Eggplant stuffed with ground beef pepper and tomato makes for a satisfying Iftar meal.
7. Chicken Tagine
Chicken Tagine is a popular Moroccan dish that consists of chicken with complex flavors and preserved lemon. How delicious does that sound?
8. Knafeh
Extremely popular in the Middle East, knafeh is one of those dishes you will remember forever.You will definitely have to try. It is a delicious rich treat made cheese and crunchy topping of shredded phyllo.
9. Morrocan Orange Banana Smoothie Bowl
This would be the perfect addition to the end of the meal. Made with sweet oranges and bananas its the perfect ethnic dessert option.
10. Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)
Cant you just smell the aroma of this dish? Indonesian fried rice includes chicken and meat and a fried egg on top.
11. Jollof Rice
Jollof rice is a staple dish in Nigeria and is made in so many different ways. It is simmered in tomato sauce and spices and makes for a perfect dish
12. Beguni
Beguni is a simple Bangladeshi dish, consisting of battered and fried eggplant. Eaten with rice and as a side dish makes for a delectable meal
13. Masoub
Masoub is a popular Yemeni dessert. The sweet dish consists of mashed bananas and bread that are usually enriched with butter, cream, spices, honey, and dates.
14. Beef Tibs
A famous Ethiopian dish, beef tibs will have your mouth watering. Grab some beef and some eclectic spices and get cooking!
15. Uzbek Plov
Uzbek Plov recipe is popular in Uzbekistan and beyond. Infused with lamb, carrots and rice and a variety of spices it is a simple dish sure to appease
16. Haleem
Super delicious Haleem is made with meat wheat and lentils. Widely eaten all over India and many parts of the Middle east it is global dish to try for sure.
17. Chicken Shawarma
Shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish that is made out of meat cut into thin slices. Meat can vary from lamb to chicken to beef all immersed in wonderful middle eastern spices
18. Musakhan
A must try Palestinian dish is this slow-cooked chicken dish garnished onions and bright, lemony sumac, on top of flatbread.
19. Piti
A traditional Azerbaijan soup made with lamb and chickpeas, potatoes, onions to make a thick hearty soup.
20. Um Ali
Last but not least is Umm Alid which is a widely popular dessert in Egypt that is creamy, nutty and takes pudding to a whole other level.
I hope you have enjoyed this list and take the time to make at least one of these dishes this Ramadan! Have a blessed Ramadan!
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Nice explanation and well said.
Thank You!