Happy Ramadan!
Food is a wonderful way to bring together family. This year, whether you’re celebrating together in person or virtually due to the pandemic, here are some recipe ideas for your family to share as you break your fast at iftar or plan ahead to Eid.
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Haleem is a slow-cooked stew and a staple dish in the Middle East, Pakistan, India, and Central Asia. If you have an Instant Pot, this recipe is easy and tasty!
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Yakhni Pulao is a signature rice dish from the Kashmir region of northern India and Pakistan, made with mutton and cooked in aromatic spices. Also Instant Pot friendly!
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Cambaabur is a Somali bread often enjoyed with breakfast during Eid.
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Muufo iyo Maraq is a savory Somali curry with traditional handmade bread.
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Sambusas are popular small pastries stuffed with a wide variety of fillings. Try your hand at these, featuring either ground beef or lamb.
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Maamoul Cookies are date-filled shortbread treats primarily eaten in Syria and Lebanon. Its cousins, kleicha, can be found in Iraq or kahk in Egypt and Sudan.
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Lokum is a sticky, sweet candy similar to Turkish delight.
Let us know your family’s favorite dishes! Tag us on Facebook @theimagineinstitute, use hashtag #imaginewa.
We wish you and your family a very joyful and safe holiday. Ramadan Mubarak!