Ramadan is here, and in the year 2020, most people might have to celebrate everything at home. However, this should not hinder your spirit of breakfasting with your loved ones. There are a few Mediterranean cuisines that are perfect for your Iftar menu at home. 

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Here are 7 of the most favorite Mediterranean Iftar menu you can try at home. 

1. Shawarma

Shawarma is a very famous Mediterranean cuisine originating from Turkey. Although Shawarma is usually eaten with tabbouleh, it can also be modified as a dish, be it a sandwich or a wrap. 

Shawarma itself is a combination of thinly sliced meat that is either placed in a spit or rolled using pita. The most famous Shawarma dish is chicken shawarma, where it has been the most popular choice for family meals.

Not only do you get to enjoy this dish in a restaurant, but you can also create this delicacy at home and enjoy it with your loved ones. 

See here for the complete recipe of Chicken Shawarma.

2. Kebab

Another traditional Mediterranean dish that might be perfect for Iftar with family is kebab. Kebab is a dish that originated from Turkey and first mentioned in world history in 1337. Hence, making kebab one of the oldest dishes listed in this list. 

There are many variations of kebabs all around the world. In Turkey, there are Doner and Shish kebab. In China, it is known as Chuan. In Greece, there are Gyro and Souvlaki kebabs, and in India, the kebab is known as Shami.

What makes a kebab is the ingredients and the technique behind it. The main ingredient behind all kinds of kebabs is roasted meat. The meat is then seasoned and marinated before it is spat into a skewer. 

See here for the full recipe of kebab.

3. Koshari 

Koshari is a Southern Mediterranean delicacy that originated in Egypt. It is basically a mixture of lentils, macaroni noodles, and rice together into a single dish then topped with tomato sauce. 

Despite the mixture of the ingredients, to make Koshari, you need to prepare each ingredient separately to ensure the richness and originality of the taste. 

See here for the detailed recipe of Koshari.

4. Shakshuka

For vegetarians out there, this dish is perfect for Iftar with family and friends. It is believed that this dish originated from Tunisia, Libya, and Morocco, where it is regarded as affordable and filling. 

What makes up a Shakshuka lies in the ingredients including saucy tomatoes, peppers, or onions, with eggs cracked right into the mix. 

See here on how to make the perfect Shakshuka.

5. Falafel

While falafel may have been famous all over the world, it is a traditional Mediterranean dish that originated in Israel. Falafel refers to its main form as falafel balls and originally consisted of fava beans and chickpeas, along with other spices such as onions, garlic, salt, and pepper. 

Falafel is also available for those who are vegetarians. See here for the full recipe of falafel. 

6. Moussaka

Moussaka resembles Italian food that is cooked in a casserole. This famous Greek dish is a combination of eggplant slices, cheese, sauce, bechamel sauce, potatoes, zucchini, and other mixes of vegetables. 

As this dish is usually made in large quantities, it is a perfect choice for an Iftar menu with a loved one. 

See here for the full recipe of Moussaka.

7. Lentil soup 

This is another perfect choice for vegetarians. Lentil soup is originally Greek soup, and it comes with various main ingredients; however, the vegetarian variants of this soup caught the attention. 

It is not a common dish, and it has always been home-cooked with ingredients including onion, garlic, tomato, bay leaves, celery, and carrot. It is rich in protein, antioxidants, and fiber. 

See here to make vegetarian lentil soup. 

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