Ramadan

Ramadan begins today.

Ramadan, which is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, is a period of prayer, fasting, charity-giving and self-accountability for Muslims in the United Kingdom.

Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars (fundamental religious duties) of Islam and requires Muslims to fast during the daylight hours for the full month.

During Ramadan, two main meals are served: Suhoor, which is served before dawn, and Iftar, which is served after sunset. Suhoor should be a hearty, healthy meal to provide needed energy throughout a day of fasting and Iftar is normally a hearty, filling meal, often preceded with a ‘snack’ of dates.

Here are just some of the most common meals eaten at Ramadan:

• Dahi Vadey – an Indian dish of lentil dumplings soaked in a spicy yogurt sauce.
• Haleem: Popular across the world, this is a slow-cooked stew of meat, bulgur wheat, and lentils.
• Ramazan Kebabi: A Turkish dish made with lamb, onions, yogurt, and pita bread.
• Paomo: A bread and mutton soup originating from China.
• Fattoush: A delicious salad made of vegetables and pita bread which you will find in many Lebanese restaurants in the UK.
• Samosas: A popular and versatile dish which can be made with minced beef, minced lamb, or vegetables, but don’t forget the spices. A speciality in the SK kitchen.
• Kolak: It’s not all about savoury as demonstrated by this fruit dessert made with palm sugar, coconut milk, and pandanus leaf.

We would love to hear about any other foods that are eaten at Ramadan, so please post them for us. Any pictures would be great too – it may give us some inspiration in the kitchen!

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