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June 28: Enjoy Simple Food and Quiet Reflection this Ramadan

Learn Ramadan food traditions! Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. As that system is based on lunar cycles, it sets back two weeks each year. In 2009, Ramadan ended on September 20. This year, it starts on June 28 and ends July 28. Two meals are served during Ramadan: Suhoor is served before dawn and iftar is served after sunset.


Suhoor is the largest meal that ends once the sun rises. The iftar meal is lighter and some Muslims start the meal by snacking on dates. Foods served are simple but flavorful. Dates, pistachios, and dry seasonal fruits figure prominently. Traditional Middle Eastern dishes may also be featured including fattoush (vegetables and pita bread) and tabbouleh (bulgar salad with tomatoes, parsley and garlic). Muslims live worldwide and food traditions vary by region and culture. Enjoy these online food recipes from our Dishfolio food bloggers to relate better to this period of reflection!


Lamb Belly Wrapped Dates

Plump dates stuffed with goat cheese and wrapped in thinly sliced cured lamb belly.

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Pistachio cake

pistachio cake: light like a souffle, perfect amount of sweetness with a little tart, and gluten-free! optional meyer lemon glaze

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Falafel with Israeli Salad

This falafel, a Middle Eastern classic, is moist and delicious served in pita bread and topped with Israeli salad and tahini.

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Pita Bread

Soft, fluffy, cloud like pillows of warm pita bread goodness.

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Grilled pita bread

forget the store-bought pita bread and grill your own at the next bbq!

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Lebanese tabbouleh

Lebanese tabbouleh

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quinoa tabbouleh

Tabbouleh made with quinoa—a healthier twist on a classic Lebanese salad. Perfect for your 4th of July potluck!

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Tabbouleh

fresh and healthy tabbouleh salad made the traditional way

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Green tabbouleh

Refreshing tabbouleh with couscous, cucumber, fresh mint leaves and parsley, seasoned with just a touch of pepper and salt.

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Lentil Salad with Pomegranantes

These French de Puy lentils hold their shape when cooking & make a great foundation for a gluten-free tabbouleh.

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Stir-fry Beef with brown Rice and Lentils

Delicious dish with brown rice and lentils and stir-fried beef and vegetables.

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Real and Easy Hummus

An easy hummus recipe that's sure to knock the socks off that store-bought stuff. Great for weekend get togethers!

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Kunafa

An Egyptian dessert made out of finely shredded phyllo pastry and cream

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Farina Pudding Pie (Layali Lubnan).

A traditional arabic dessert. Sweet, creamy, and delicious, known as Layali Lubnan (Lebanon Nights).

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Knafeh [Sweet Cheese and Shredded Fillo Pa

Easy Recipe for Knafeh [Sweet Cheese and Shredded Fillo Pastry]

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Spiced Lamb and Hummus

Ground lamb cooked with Mediterranean spices and served atop hummus.

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Lamb Tikka Kebab

Serve with Naan.

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Middle Eastern Lamb Kebabs

This lamb is marinated in pomegranate juice, lime juice, fresh herbs and walnuts, creating a flavorful and juicy lamb kebab.

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Lamb korma in saffron almond sauce

A Mid eastern recipe of lamb korma braised in highly fragrant yogurt based sauces with saffron and almond puree

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Braised Lamb Shawarma

Braised lamb shawarma from is a fantastic way to introduce the family to Middle Eastern street food from the comfort of your own home.

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