6 Comforting Iftar Recipes For Busy Ramadan Evenings

By Aditi Saraswat

February 26, 2026

After a long, tiring day of fasting during Ramadan, iftari time calls for dishes that are satisfying, comforting, and can be prepared quickly. Given here are easy Ramadan recipes that will help you in serving a delightful spread without having to spend hours in the kitchen.

Creamy Date & Banana Smoothie

In a mixer grinder, blend some soft dates with ripe banana, chilled milk, and a hint of cardamom for a naturally sweet Iftar drink. It feels gentle on the stomach after a day-long fast, making it perfect for a quick, easy iftari meal.

Crispy Chicken Samosas

Golden, crispy samosas filled with spicy chicken filling make a classic Iftar favourite. You can prep the filling in advance and fry or air-fry the samosa just before serving them.

Fruit Chaat with Chaat Masala

Mix freshly cut seasonal fruits and toss them with some chaat masala, lemon juice, salt and mint. It feels hydrating, tangy, and refreshing after having a day-long fast.

Creamy Rooh Afza Milk

Blend the chilled milk blended with some Rooh Afza syrup to make a cooling, nostalgic Ramadan drink. To make it more refreshing, add some soaked basil seeds for extra consistency.

One-Pot Chicken Pulao

Cook the fragrant basmati rice with mild basic spices and soft chicken to make a wholesome but easy main course, perfect for family Iftar get-togethers.

Quick Besan Chilla

Mix besan with chopped onions, chillies, herbs, and basic spices to make soft chillas out of it. Serve it hot with mint chutney or tomato ketchup for a filling snack.