Ramadan Foods Across the World

Sick of sambousek? Bored of bamya? We take a look at how Muslims across the world break their fasts...

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Date
01/07/2014 21:30

Ever wonder what other countries have to break their fast? After extensive research, and already bored of your typical Egyptian sambousak, duck and macarona bechemel, we take a culinary trip around the world...

Aaloo Ki Tikki: A potato cookie

From Pakistan

Lemang: Rice and coconut milk in bamboo

From Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore

Kibrisli Kofte: Fried chicken meatballs

From Turkey

Bobotie: Minced curried meat and fruit with creamy golden topping.

From South Africa

Bryani: Rice with chicken, vegetables, and spices

From India

Niang Pi: Noodle and Tofu cold dish

From China

Rendang: Beef/Duck/Chicken cooked in coconut milk and spices.

From Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore

Khoresh Fesenjan: Pomegranate and walnut chicken stew.

From Iran

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