Simple and Practical Iftar Menus, Leaving More Time for Worship!

As a young entrepreneur with a busy schedule, preparing iftar menus often becomes a challenge. This makes fast food options seem very tempting.

However, by realizing that maintaining a healthy diet is crucial to keep the body fit throughout Ramadan, the following simple and practical iftar menu ideas can be the solution!

Simple and Practical Iftar Menu Ideas

When breaking the fast, we want to enjoy delicious, filling, and of course, easy-to-make meals. Well, here are 7 simple and practical iftar menu ideas that you can recreate!

1. Yellow Fruit Cocktail

This menu is a perfect choice for those looking for a healthier ta'jil option. Not only is it low in sugar and calories, but it’s also rich in vitamins. It’s ready to refresh your body after a day of fasting.

Ingredients:

• 1 orange, peeled and only the flesh taken

• 1/2 small pineapple, cut into cubes

• 1/2 small mango, cut into cubes

• 1 tbsp basil seeds, soaked in water until they expand

• 4-5 oranges, juiced

• 1-2 tsp honey (to taste)

• Ice cubes as needed

Instructions:

1. Mix the orange pieces, pineapple, mango, and basil seeds in a bowl.

2. Pour the orange juice into the fruit mixture. Add water if needed. Taste.

3. Add honey if it’s too sour for your liking. Add ice cubes and stir well.

4. A glass of vitamin C-rich fruit cocktail is ready to serve!

2. Corn and Shrimp Fritters

These corn fritters can be a great option to enjoy when breaking the fast. With the addition of fiber-rich carrots and other fresh ingredients, you can enjoy a healthier and more nutritious fried snack.

Ingredients:

• 5 shallots

• 2 cloves of garlic

• 1 red chili (optional)

• 2 ears of sweet corn, kernels removed

• 100 grams peeled shrimp, roughly chopped

• 1/2 carrot, finely grated

• 1 stalk of green onion, thinly sliced

• 1 kaffir lime leaf, thinly sliced (optional)

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

• Salt, pepper, and seasoning to taste

• Oil for frying

How to make:

1. Place the shallots, garlic, red chili, and part of the corn into a chopper. Blend until smooth but leave it slightly coarse.

2. In a bowl, mix all the mentioned ingredients and stir until well combined.

3. Heat oil in a pan, then scoop the batter using a spoon and fry until cooked and golden brown.

4. Remove and drain, serve the corn and shrimp fritters while warm!

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3. Clear Spinach Soup

This healthy menu is very easy to make and perfect for breaking the fast. It’s a great match to eat with the corn fritters prepared earlier!

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of spinach, trimmed

• 1 ridge gourd (oyong), cut into pieces

• 1/2 cup corn kernels

• 2 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced

• 1 shallot, thinly sliced

• Salt, sugar, and powdered broth to taste

• 1 bay leaf

• Water as needed

How to make:

1. Boil water in a pot, add garlic, shallots, bay leaf, salt, sugar, and seasoning.

2. Once boiling, add the corn kernels and ridge gourd, cook until tender.

3. Add the spinach. Cook briefly until the spinach wilts.

4. Adjust the taste, and the clear spinach soup is ready to serve.

4. Misoa with Egg Soup

When you’re tired of rice, misoa with egg soup can be a lighter yet filling carb alternative. The savory broth, combined with soft eggs and fresh mustard greens, creates a warm and comforting dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 bundle of misoa (wheat vermicelli)

• 1 egg, lightly beaten

• 7 leaves of mustard greens, cut into pieces

• 2 cloves of garlic, finely minced

• 500 ml water or chicken broth

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1/2 tsp sesame oil

• Salt, pepper, and powdered broth to taste

• Chopped green onions and fried shallots for garnish (optional)

How To Make:

1. Sauté the garlic with a little oil until fragrant. Then, pour in the water or chicken broth and let it boil

2. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and powdered broth, stir well. Adjust the taste.

3. Add the misoa and mustard greens, cook briefly until the misoa starts to soften.

4. Reduce the heat, then slowly pour in the beaten egg while gently stirring to form soft strands.

5. Ready to serve with a sprinkle of chopped green onions and fried shallots.

5. Shredded Chicken with Kecombrang

Instead of frying, you can cook chicken breast in a healthier but still delicious way with this dish. Guaranteed, you’ll be hooked by the fresh aroma of kecombrang (torch ginger) and kaffir lime leaves. Just pair it with warm rice and fresh vegetables. It can also be a great stock for side dishes.

Ingredients:

• ½ kg chicken breast, boiled until cooked, then shredded

• 7 shallots, thinly sliced

• 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced

• 5 red chili peppers, sliced diagonally (to taste)

• 1 stalk of kecombrang (torch ginger), thinly sliced

• 3 kaffir lime leaves, remove the stems, thinly sliced

• 1/2 tsp roasted shrimp paste (optional)

• 2 tbsp coconut oil

• Salt, sugar, pepper, and seasoning to taste

• 1 tsp lime juice

How To Make:

1. Heat coconut oil in a pan, then sauté the shallots and garlic until fragrant

2. Add the chili peppers, kecombrang, kaffir lime leaves, and shrimp paste, sauté until wilted and aromatic.

3. Add the shredded chicken and season with salt, sugar, pepper, and seasoning. Cook over low heat until drier and the flavors are absorbed.

4. Finally, add the lime juice, stir, and it’s ready to serve.

6. Gourami Fish with Yellow Pickled Sauce

Gourami with Pickled Vegetables can be a flavorful choice for breaking the fast. It's less oily and guaranteed to be more delicious when served with nutritious pickled vegetables.

Fish Marinade Ingredients:

• 1 whole gourami fish, cleaned and scored

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp ground white pepper

• 1 tsp lime juice

• Oil for frying

Ground Spice Ingredients:

• 4 shallots

• 3 garlic cloves

• 2 candlenuts, toasted

• 1 cm turmeric, roasted

• 1 cm ginger

Yellow Pickle Ingredients:

• 1 cucumber, deseeded and julienned

• 1/2 carrot, julienned

• 5 whole red bird’s eye chilies

• 3 kaffir lime leaves, veins removed

• 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised

• 200 ml water

• 1 tbsp vinegar

• sugar, salt, and broth powder

How To Make:

1. Marinate the carp fish and let it sit for 15 minutes. Fry in hot oil until golden brown. Set aside.

2. Blend the spices and sauté until fragrant. Then add lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. Add water, vinegar, sugar, and salt, stir well.

3. Add cucumber, carrots, and chili peppers, stir briefly to keep them crispy.

4. Pour the pickled sauce over the fried carp fish and serve immediately.

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7. Black Pepper Beef

This beef dish is guaranteed to be practical and easy to make. It has an enticing aroma of bell peppers and a savory, slightly spicy black pepper sauce.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams sliced beef (shortplate or thin sirloin)

• 1/2 red bell pepper, Cut into cubes

• 1/2 green bell pepper, Cut into cubes

• 1/2 onion, thickly sliced

• 2 cloves of garlic, finely minced

• 1 tsp cornstarch, dissolved in a little water

• 2 tbsp oil for sautéing

Ingredients for Black Pepper Sauce Mix:

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1 tbsp sweet soy sauce

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp black pepper, coarsely crushed

• 1/2 tsp granulated sugar

• 1/2 tsp powdered broth (optional)

How To Make:

1. Heat a little oil, sauté the garlic until fragrant. Add the onion and bell peppers, sauté briefly until wilted.

2. Add the sliced beef, stir quickly until it changes color.

3. Add the prepared black pepper sauce mixture. Cook until well combined.

4. Pour in the cornstarch solution to slightly thicken the sauce, stir until absorbed, and it’s ready to serve.

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