Tasty Ramadan Iftar Recipes Without Chicken You’ll Love to Try
Ramadan is a blessed month where families come together to share meals and spend quality time. One of the most exciting parts of Ramadan is the evening Iftar meal, a time to break the fast and feast on delicious dishes. This year, we’ve got some mouth-watering recipes that you can try at home without any poultry in sight. Here are tasty recipes that you’ll love to try, perfect for a quick and easy Iftar spread.
Whether you’re a busy parent looking for ways to involve your kids in cooking or a foodie seeking new recipes to impress your guests, these 7 recipes have got you covered. All of them are delicious, easy to make, and perfect for a hot summer evening. From crispy fried bites to flavorful skewers, we’ve got a little something for everyone.
Vegetable Pakoras
Vegetable Pakoras are a popular Indian street food that’s crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. This recipe is a perfect Iftar snack that’s easy to make and can be served with a side of chutney or raita. The combination of vegetables like cauliflower, carrot, and beetroot makes for a colorful and healthy snack. Simply, Vegetable Pakoras are a great option for when you crave something savory and crispy.
Ingredients
– 1 cup mixed vegetables (cauliflower, carrot, beetroot)
– 1/2 cup gram flour
– 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, red chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
– 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt, water as needed
Instruction
To make Vegetable Pakoras, start by peeling and chopping the mixed vegetables into small pieces. In a bowl, mix the gram flour, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Add water gradually to the flour mixture until it forms a smooth batter. Dip each vegetable piece into the batter and coat it evenly. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the battered vegetables until they are golden brown. Drain on a paper towel and serve hot.
Cheese Samosas
Cheese Samosas are a twist on the traditional samosa recipe. They’re crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and perfect for a quick Iftar snack. This recipe uses a flaky pastry dough and a mixture of melted cheese and spices to create a delicious and satisfying snack.
Ingredients
– 1 package of samosa pastry dough
– 1/2 cup grated cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 1/4 cup chopped scallions
– 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
– 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
– Salt to taste, water as needed
Instruction
To make Cheese Samosas, start by rolling out the samosa pastry dough into small circles. In a bowl, mix the grated cheese, chopped cilantro, scallions, red chili powder, and garam masala. Place a tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each dough circle. Brush the edges with water and fold the dough in half to seal the samosa. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the samosas until they are golden brown. Drain on a paper towel and serve hot.
Lentil Cutlets
Lentil Cutlets are a vegetarian version of the classic cutlet recipe. They’re crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with protein-rich lentils. This recipe uses a mixture of cooked lentils, spices, and breadcrumbs to create a delicious and satisfying snack.
Ingredients
– 1 cup cooked lentils
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated carrot
– 1/4 cup chopped onion
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
– 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder
– 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt, water as needed
Instruction
To make Lentil Cutlets, start by cooking the lentils until they’re soft. Let them cool and mash them in a bowl. Add the breadcrumbs, grated carrot, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder to the bowl. Mix well and add water gradually to form a thick batter. Divide the batter into small portions and shape them into patties. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the cutlets until they’re golden brown. Drain on a paper towel and serve hot.
Potato Croquettes
Potato Croquettes are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that’s perfect for Iftar. This recipe uses a mixture of boiled potatoes, cheese, and spices to create a crispy and flavorful snack.
Ingredients
– 2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
– 1/2 cup grated cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 1/4 cup chopped scallions
– 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
– 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
– Salt to taste, water as needed
Instruction
To make Potato Croquettes, start by mixing the mashed potatoes, grated cheese, chopped cilantro, scallions, red chili powder, and garam masala in a bowl. Add water gradually to form a thick batter. Divide the batter into small portions and shape them into spheres. Dip each sphere into a mixture of breadcrumbs and water to coat it evenly. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the croquettes until they’re golden brown. Drain on a paper towel and serve hot.
Chickpea Chaat
Chickpea Chaat is a tasty and healthy snack that’s perfect for Iftar. This recipe uses a mixture of boiled chickpeas, spices, and yogurt to create a flavorful and refreshing snack.
Ingredients
– 1 can chickpeas, drained and boiled
– 1/2 cup yogurt
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 1/4 cup chopped scallions
– 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
– 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder
– 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
– Salt to taste, lemon juice
Instruction
To make Chickpea Chaat, start by boiling the chickpeas until they’re soft. Let them cool and mix them with the yogurt, chopped cilantro, scallions, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder in a bowl. Add salt to taste and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve chilled and garnish with additional cilantro and scallions if desired.
Veg Spring Rolls
Veg Spring Rolls are a delicious and crunchy snack that’s perfect for Iftar. This recipe uses a mixture of shredded vegetables and a thin dough wrapper to create a tasty and satisfying snack.
Ingredients
– 1 package of spring roll wrappers
– 1 cup shredded cabbage
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 cup shredded scallions
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 1/4 cup chopped scallions
– 1/4 teaspoon soy sauce
– 1/4 teaspoon oyster sauce (optional)
– Salt to taste, water as needed
Instruction
To make Veg Spring Rolls, start by shredding the cabbage, carrots, and scallions into thin pieces. In a bowl, mix the shredded vegetables, chopped cilantro, and scallions. Add the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using) to the bowl and mix well. Dip a spring roll wrapper into a mixture of water and let it soften for 10 seconds. Place the softened wrapper on a flat surface and spread a tablespoon of the vegetable mixture onto the center of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper into a cylindrical shape and press the edges to seal. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the spring rolls until they’re golden brown. Drain on a paper towel and serve hot.
Paneer Skewers
Paneer Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that’s perfect for Iftar. This recipe uses a mixture of marinated paneer cheese, spices, and skewers to create a flavorful and satisfying snack.
Ingredients
– 1 cup paneer cheese, cut into small pieces
– 1/4 cup lemon juice
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon cumin powder
– 1 teaspoon coriander powder
– 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
– Salt to taste, water as needed
Instruction
To make Paneer Skewers, start by marinating the paneer pieces in a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder for at least 30 minutes. Thread the marinated paneer pieces onto skewers. Grill or bake the skewers until they’re golden brown. Serve hot with a side of chutney or raita.
