Wherever the Iftar meal is during the month of Ramadan, it reflects a heritage and history that has been passed down to us through our fathers, ancestors, and grandfathers, as if every dish is a fruit on our family tree. Every food is an inheritance that we acquired as a result of the migration of one of our ancestors and passed down through our families through their generations through migration, trade or shared traditions. When we gather around the breakfast table, we also strengthen our relationships with our loved ones, and through them we also hope to learn about our family stories that make up the fabric of our family history and our individual identity.
Ramadan Table
The month of Ramadan is the month of fasting, prayer, giving, and family compassion. During this month, homes in the Arab world from the Gulf to the Atlantic are filled with the smells of delicious dishes and sweets that are only cooked during this month. Here are some Ramadan dishes from different Arab countries. What are your favorite Ramadan dishes? Share your answers with us in the comments section and don't forget to mention the name of your country!
Drinks
- Jallab
- Qamar al-Din
- Carob
- Licorice
Appetizers
- Morocco: Harira
- Egypt: Yogurt Salad with Cucumber, Khushaf
- Algeria: Bourek Orani
- Lebanon: Fattoush Salad, Tabbouleh
Main Meals
- Iraq: Kibbeh, Baqala, Bukhari
- Morocco: Msmen, Baghrir
- Egypt: Mulukhiyah, Fava beans, Mahshi
Sweets
- UAE: Luqaimat, Farni
- Lebanon: Qatayef, Kunafa, Shuaibat
- Morocco: Sfouf, Slo
- Egypt: Umm Ali, Damask dates
Share Your Favorite Dishes
Now that you have learned about some Ramadan dishes, we invite you to share with us some of your family’s favorite dishes by mentioning them in the comments section.
