Iftar is very significant to the Muslims all over the world. Iftar is a way to break a long fasting day. It helps us to comprehend sacrifice, be patient and offer sympathy.

Juice

Amidst the array of fruit juices, Bengalis prefer different types of juice. These juices include lemon, sorbet, lassi, an assortment of fruit juices and others. The ingredients and methods of each juice are also different. Watermelon juice, banana milkshakes, and raw mango juice are more popular among natural fruits.

Dates

Dates are the first choice of food for every fasting person. Hadith describes the Sunnah of eating dates. Besides, dates have a lot of calories, which fulfils the calorie needs of the fasting person. A fasting person can’t imagine iftar without dates.

Fried items and Kebab

Different types of chops are favourites of Bengalis iftar, such as potato chop, lentil fritters(Piaju), egg chop, eggplant chop(Beguni) and additional items. Jali kebab, resmi kebab, shami kebab are also popular. These chops and kebabs incorporate a variety of spices. Bengali iftar remains almost incomplete without these fried items.

Chickpeas(Chola) and Puffed Rice

Chickpeas and puffed rice are a must to decorate the Bengali iftar plate. We blend various spices to prepare chickpeas. Many people like to eat jalebi with chickpeas and puffed rice.

Haleem

Haleem is an imnensely popular iftar item. Haleem holds special significance during iftar. Haleem, a delicious treat, is made with different types of lentils, wheat, fragrant rice, and an array of spices, with beef, mutton, or chicken employed in its preparation for cooking.

Concerning the different tastes and traditions of the people of diverse nations, their iftar item preferences are also different. But even if their choice and cuisine are different, iftar turns the Muslim community into one and brings a great bond among the people.