Full Description
This definitive cookbook is filled with over 80 delicious recipes that capture the spirit and flavours of Ramadan. A timeless, approachable guide to cooking and preparing Ramadan meals, designed to help families savour flavourful heritage meals without the stress, especially during the holy month.
As a working mother, Ilhan understands the time constraints of modern lifestyles. Her cherished family recipes are all about nourishing food that feeds the soul as well the body.
With simple, satisfying meals suited to the quiet rhythms of suhoor and iftar, as well as generous Eid spreads to share with family and friends, the recipes all use easily accessible ingredients and simplified methods, without sacrificing on flavour.
By weaving flavours and techniques from various cultures, The Ramadan Kitchen celebrates the rich tapestry of Ramadan culinary traditions from around the world, making it a valuable resource for anyone who observes Ramadan as well as those who wish to understand and appreciate authentic Muslim home cooking and culture.
Recipes include:
Bariis Somali - Aromatic Somali Rice
Fuul Mudammas - Stewed Fava Beans with Eggs and Feta
Suqaar - Diced Beef and Vegetable Sauté
Bur - Cardamom-Spiced Beignets
Timir Cake - Spiced Date Cake with Caramel Sauce
Refreshing Watermelon Mocktail
Contents:
Introduction: The significance of Ramadan, preparing for Ramadan, meal planning, grocery tips and more
Suhoor: Quick and nutrient-dense recipes for wholesome pre-dawn meals
Iftar: Classic recipes to break the fast, honouring traditional dishes and time-saving techniques
Mains: Comforting, hearty soups, stews and curries, with many vegetarian and vegan options
Breads: Authentic flatbreads, samosas and no-knead bakes
Dessert: No-bake and quick desserts plus traditional sweets with simplified methods
Drinks: Hydrating beverages and refreshing smoothies
Eid: Recipes for Eid al-Fitr and special occasion dishes, perfect for sharing
