After a day-long fast for a month, the evenings of the holy month of Ramadan are all about several delectable recipes. And Iftar desserts are an integral part of the celebration. From Sheer Khurma and Kunafa to Shahi Tukda and Baklava, here’s a list of the top five Ramadan dishes.
Sheer Khurma is a traditional creamy pudding served during Ramadan. Made with milk, vermicelli, dates, ghee, and nuts, this is a staple Iftar dessert enjoyed by everyone.
Kunafa is a traditional Iftar dessert with a Middle Eastern origin. This dessert is all about a shredded phyllo dough, cheesy pastry, sweet syrup, and pistachio topping.
Phirni is a creamy sweet pudding made from ground rice, milk, sugar, and aromatic spices like saffron and cardamom.
Shahi Tukda is a rich Mughlai bread pudding popular for Iftar. It features deep-fried ghee-soaked bread, sugar syrup, thickened milk (rabri), and nuts.
Baklava is another Middle-Eastern dessert often enjoyed during Iftar. It features a flaky, nut-filled pastry held together with honey or sugar syrup.