Ramadan recipes to indulge in after sunset

Across Aotearoa, the iftar table (the meal that marks the breaking of the fast) at mosques, markets and homes can be a vibrant spread of flavours cherished across the Middle East, Asia and beyond.

From comforting savoury bites to rose-flavoured sweets, these dishes reflect generations of culinary tradition. Though many of these homemade favourites are enjoyed year-round and across communities, they take on a special meaning during Ramadan.

As worshippers gather after sunset, these recipes offer warmth, nourishment, and just the right touch of sweetness to restore energy after a day of fasting.