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Dates and Nuts: Begin with dates and a variety of nuts to replenish energy and vital nutrients.

Soup: Warm, comforting soups are perfect for breaking the fast. Lentil soup, chicken soup, or tomato soup are common choices.

Pakoras: These deep-fried fritters made with chickpea flour and vegetables like potatoes, onions, or spinach are crispy and flavorful.

Samosas: These triangular pastries filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes minced meat are a beloved snack during Ramadan.

Fruit Chaat: A refreshing salad made with a mix of seasonal fruits like apples, bananas, oranges, and pomegranate seeds, tossed with lemon juice and chaat masala.

Hummus and Pita Bread: Creamy hummus made from chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice, served with warm pita bread or fresh vegetables.

Kebabs: Grilled or oven-baked kebabs made with chicken, beef, or lamb, marinated in spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika.

Fattoush Salad: A Lebanese salad made with mixed greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, and crispy pieces of toasted pita bread, dressed with a tangy sumac vinaigrette.

Biryani: Fragrant and aromatic rice dish cooked with meat (chicken, beef, or lamb), spices, and herbs. Serve with raita (yogurt sauce) on the side.

Qatayef: These Middle Eastern pancakes are filled with sweet cheese, nuts, or cream, then folded and either baked or fried until golden. They’re often drizzled with syrup.

Labneh: A creamy strained yogurt cheese, often served with olive oil, herbs, and flatbread.

Kunafa: A rich Middle Eastern dessert made with shredded phyllo dough, layered with sweet cheese or nuts, baked until golden, and soaked in sugar syrup.

These are just a few ideas to get you started. The key is to balance nutrition, flavor, and tradition to create a memorable iftar experience.