50+ Iftar Recipe Ideas? Looking for Iftar inspiration? Here are over 50 easy-to-make recipes perfect for breaking your fast. While many have roots in the Indian subcontinent, you’ll find a variety of dishes ideal for your Iftar meal, including some quick and simple options.
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About Ramadan and Iftar
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a special time for Muslims all over the world. It’s a month of fasting, prayer, and thinking deeply. Throughout Ramadan, Muslims abstain from eating and drinking from sunrise to sunset, a practice known as fasting. To break their fast each day, they enjoy a meal called Iftar after sunset, which is the most important meal for those observing the fast.
Easy Iftar Recipes
I’ve been meaning to share this iftar recipe collection for a while now, especially since many of you have asked for simple and quick dishes perfect for breaking the fast. As some of you know, although I’m Hindu, I’m married to a Muslim. Whenever my husband is in Kolkata, he breaks his fast at home. I’ve learned a lot from observing my in-laws and try to keep our iftar meals easy. My mother-in-law prefers a light spread, usually just three or four items: an iftar drink, a couple of main dishes, a snack, a salad, and a sweet treat. Here, I’m sharing over fifty recipes, so you can easily choose your favorites to prepare. Do let me know how you like my Iftar Recipe Ideas?
50+ Recipes perfect for Iftar
Piyaji is a popular snack in West Bengal, often found in roadside fritter shops aka chop-er dokan. Making it at home is relatively easy, as the process is simple and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients. Here is a guide to creating a homemade version of this street-style snack.
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My go-to chicken salad recipe usually includes some type of vegetable that can be used in salads, plus a flavorful dressing. We enjoy it when it’s made with a light and crisp flavor, accompanied by some type of bread.
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Bengali Macher Chop- a Fish Croquette prepared with Katla Mach and selected spices. This recipe is easy to make and calls for simple ingredients.
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Making Tawa Rupchand Fish Fry is simple yet the end result is an incredibly delicious dish that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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Indian Mutton Raan roast aka Indian-style Mutton leg roast, a step-by-step recipe with pictorials and video which is easy to follow.
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Hyderabadi Double Ka Meetha is an Indian Bread Pudding where Bread aka Double Roti fried in Ghee is soaked in Sugar Syrup followed by Rabri and served at room temperature after topping with chopped Almonds.
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A famous Iftar delicacy, Haleem has its origin in the Middle East as well as in the Indian subcontinent. Hyderabadi Haleem is a wholesome meal prepared with Wheat, Rice (or at times Barley), lentils, and meat.
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Cucumber Raita is a famous Indian Condiment prepared with Cucumber and Yogurt / Curd
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The Biyebarir Fish Butter Fry, also known as Bhetki Batter Fry, is an essential dish in Bengali cuisine. It holds a special place in marriage feasts and is skillfully prepared by experienced cooks. This delectable fish fry is coated in a batter and is sometimes mistakenly referred to as a butter fry.
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Nalli Nihari aka Mutton Nihari is a heritage Mughlai winter delicacy where shank meat is cooked with selected spices for hours to reach the level of perfection
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Chicken 65 is a popular snack in India that hails from the southern part of the country. The dish is known for its spicy and tangy flavor, as well as its crunchy consistency.
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You can follow my recipe to make super easy and delicious Chicken Keema Pakoda. Adjust spices based on your preference and make these Chicken Keema Pakodas just within 30 minutes to enjoy with a cup of Tea or Coffee!
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This Butter Garlic Prawn recipe is a favorite of mine! Oh yes, I am talking about the good dose of butter, a lot of garlic and a lot of fresh herbs, and for sure fresh prawns! This recipe just cannot go wrong!
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Bread Pizza is an easy Pizza-like snack where instead of pizza base bread slice is used
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Sheer Khurma is a dessert prepared with milk, dates, and sevian and is immensely popular
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Mangalorean Rava Pomfret fry is a crispy fish fry and a coastal delicacy prepared with fresh pomfret fish. This is not a deep fried dish and hence, calls for less oil to make this tasty snack/ fish side.
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Nimki Makha is a no-fire Bengali Chat prepared with Nimki, the diamond-shaped fried munchies, and a few veggies.
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Ragi Crackers are nutritious snack prepared with Ragi Flour aka Nachni Flour
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Aam Kola Doi Chire Makha is a comforting wholesome summer food bowl prepared with ripe mango, banana, Beaten rice, and sweet curd.
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Rosh Bora is a delightful dessert in the Bengali style, consisting of lentil fritters that are fried and then soaked in a syrup made with either sugar or jaggery. This treat is especially enjoyed during the winter season.
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Soru Chakli Pitha is a famous Bengali Crêpe-like Pithe prepared with Rice and Dal
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Looking for a quick and easy snack packed with iron? Trythese delicious No-Bake Oatmeal, Almond, Raisin, Date, and Chocolate EnergyBalls! We even have a video recipe to guide you through the process.
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Craving a tasty and super simple snack? Try Maggi Pakoda! These fritters, made with instant Maggi noodles, are incredibly easy to prepare and taste absolutely amazing. They’re the perfect quick bite!
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Easy to make Chicken Keema paratha is not only tasty but healthy as well. This power-packed paratha can be made using a few ingredients.
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Karhai chicken, also known as chicken kadhai, is a mouth-watering and famous chicken preparation that originates from South Asia. This dish is equally popular in both India and Pakistan, and it is a staple for many households and restaurants. Although it is a gravy-based, spicy chicken curry, the ingredients can vary slightly in both countries to cater to regional preferences.
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These homemade mashed potatoes are deliciously rich and smooth, packed with wonderful taste, simple to prepare, and a beloved dish among many. Please refer to the notes above for suggestions and possible ways to modify the recipe. Additionally, you can choose to make a smaller portion by halving the quantities. This recipe is designed with ingredients commonly found in India.
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Mangsher Ghughni or Yellow Peas curry with minced mutton is a signature Bengali side and is a famous snack as well
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Khoi-er Bora is a crunchy and savory fritter prepared with Khoi, also known as Popped Rice, and is a signature vegetarian and vegan Bengali Snack.
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The lively city of Durban, located on South Africa’s eastern shore, is famous for its wide variety of delicious food. The Durban lamb curry, a fragrant and tasty lamb dish, has become a signature item of the local cuisine, enchanting the palates of both residents and travelers.
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Laal Maas is a delicious mutton curry from Rajasthan. It has a fiery red gravy that’s full of flavor and spice. The dish uses yogurt, spices, and a special chili called mathania chili. This chili is only found in Rajasthan and gives the curry its unique taste and red color.
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Here’s a simple recipe for Kolkata-style Egg Biryani with Aloo that you can follow to create a restaurant-quality Aanda Biryani in the comfort of your home.
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Potol Mishti aka Parwal Ki Mithai; Unique Indian sweet ever! Made with fresh pointed gourd, sugar, mawa, and a few basic ingredients and the end result is mind-blowing.
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Bengali Boot-er dal murgi aka Cholar Dal Murgi, is a lentil curry cooked with Bengal gram, also known as cholar dal, and chicken chunks.
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Easy Mango Mint Date Lassi Mango Mint Date Smoothie; a breakfast smoothie recipe
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Coconut Tapioca Pudding with Mango- treat yourself to a tantalizing summery treat with this delicious tapioca pudding with creamy coconut milk and sweet mangoes, guaranteed to make your taste buds sing.
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Ah, Beler Shorbot! A deliciously cooling concoction that’s perfect for those hot summer days. Made with the sweet and tangy tropical wood apple, this is a recipe that requires minimal effort yet yields maximum refreshment. Enjoy a glass of Beler Shorbot and let the worries of the world drift away!
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This Easy Indian Chicken Curry is a great recipe for beginners, perfect for a quick and easy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and hearty chicken curry in no time!
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Pat Patar Bora, more commonly known as Pat Pata Bhaja, is a delicious and unique Bengali fritter that is prepared with fresh jute leaves. This delectable snack is vegan, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. The jute leaves used in this recipe are seasonal, so it is best to take advantage of them when they are available.
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Marry Me Chicken has become a viral sensation since it was first shared on the internet in 2022. This creamy, juicy chicken curry is cooked with sun-dried tomatoes, cheese, and other delicious ingredients, making it a delectable favorite.
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Dim’er Surua is a runny and flavorful Egg Curry cooked with milk and selected spices which are mostly whole spices. A red color runny curry which is completely different from the regular egg curry.
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Aromatic and flavourful, the traditional Bengali Ghugni made with yellow peas and spiced delicately without onion or garlic is a must-try! The creamy, delicious curry is best served with hot Luchi. A perfect dish for a vegetarian feast!
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This delicious Moist Strawberry Loaf Cake is a lovely treat that will delight your taste buds! The cake is so easy to make, and is made with fresh, juicy strawberries.
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Butter Chicken is a signature Indian chicken curry cooked with grilled chicken and a special gravy called Makhani Gravy.
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Chaler Payesh is a signature Bengali slow-cooked dessert prepared with Rice, Milk, and also Sugar or other sweetening agents.
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Keema Kaleji aka Keema Kalija! Loads of mutton mincemeat, mutton liver, selected spices, and slow-cooking- the end result is heavenly!
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Sinful Gondhoraj Lebu and Coconut Pudding with Gondhoraj Lebu Compote. The balance between Coconut Milk and Gondhoraj Lime makes this dessert one of its kind. This is a simple 4 ingredients coconut pudding with Lime sauce recipe!
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Mutton Tikia, a delectable Kolkata specialty Kebab, tantalizes the taste buds with its juicy, tender meaty interior. Each bite is enhanced by its savory gravy, making it an indulgent treat that all will enjoy.
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Kolkata Mutton Biryani is a flavorful delicacy cooked with mutton chunks, rice, potato, and boiled eggs (optional).
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Maach Makha aka Macher Bhorta aka Mach Sana is a light fish salad prepared with freshwater carp and a few basic ingredients. The recipe is super easy and this salad is comforting yet loaded with Bengali flavors.
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An easy step by step recipe of rich Chocolate Cupcake with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
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Aminia Special Curry is one of the longest-served dishes in Aminia. The first-generation owner cooked it thinking in mind the Britishers who used to visit this place. This curry is a blend of Mughlai flavor with a subtle taste to match the taste buds of people who want to savor Mughlai food yet do not like something over the top! This dish is still available and popular.
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Dim Pauruti is butter-toasted double roti fried over a mixture of beaten egg and other spices along with a dollop of butter and also mustard oil.
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Strawberry Banana Smoothie is a filling and healthy drink prepared with fresh strawberries and banana along with plain yogurt.
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Bengali Mutton Stew with Veggies aka Shobji diye Mangshor Jhol is a comforting mutton stew cooked with loads of veggies
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Dim Beguner Khagina is a semi-dry crumbly side dish prepared with Egg and Eggplant. This is similar to Begun Pora or Begun Bhorta.
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Panta Bhat, a traditional Bengali dish, is made by fermenting cooked rice. To prepare it, the starch is removed from the rice, which is then left to soak overnight. The end product is the comforting and delicious Panta Bhat.
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Easy 4 ingredients no gelatin no agar-agar vegetarian Mango Pudding recipe
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A simple chicken curry, the “Dakbangla” caretakes used to cook is now a signature Bengali delicacy. Dak Bungalow Chicken Curry aka Chicken Dak Bungalow is a Bengali style chicken curry cooked with basic spices along with egg and potato.
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Instant Chicken Pulao in a pressure cooker is a simple one-pot pulao recipe that you can cook just within 30 minutes
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Bhat Bhaja is a Bengali-style fried rice cooked with leftover rice and veggies
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Chicken Chaap aka Chicken Chanp is a famous chicken side widely available in Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal and Bangladesh. This is a Mughal-influenced rich chicken delicacy.
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Phulkopir Singara is a quintessential Bengali no onion no garlic snack; a distant cousin of Samosa and prepared with a filling of cauliflower
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Bangladeshi Chicken Roast, a rich gravy based chicken delicacy from Bangladesh; also known as Biyebarir Chicken Roast
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Morog Pulao is a signature Bangladeshi Chicken based Pulao where cock meat is used
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