The Holy month of Ramadan is here with its blessings… invoking opportunities for peace, serenity, and sharing. Muslims indeed fast during the month to fulfill their religious obligation, nonetheless it is a powerful source of renewing the sense of community. Ramadan is the time to connect with the Lord and extend that connection to His creation.
Iftar (Arabic for breaking the fast) refers to the post-sunset meal. It is one of the many ways the Muslim community promotes a sense of sharing during Ramadan. Iftar get-togethers are popular, especially among South Asian Muslims. These occasions allow people to dine and worship in each other’s company, and share the blessings of the month. However, for homemakers, the preparation of the post-sunset meal is not much different than Suhoor – so chronic lack of time coupled with the Iftar rush necessitates good planning.
Read to find Iftar foods your family will enjoy. This article presents an exciting selection of Kaiser samosa and other snacks for a convenient taste of traditional and fusion flavors.
Kaiser samosa and other Iftar must-haves
Iftar is not only a spiritual experience where everyone comes together to break open the fast but also a physical one. After hours of fasting, you get to enjoy an array of delicious foods that taste even better. Muslim communities in every region of the globe have their cultural takes on the post-sunset meal and local favorites. However, South Asian Iftar foods are some of the most popular worldwide due to their unique flavor profiles that appeal to the universal palate. Items like frozen samosa, frozen snacks, spring rolls, and kebabs are common favorites for breaking the fast. Here is a selection of customer-favorite Iftar foods from Kaiser and Colonel Kababz to serve your family and friends this Ramadan.
Frozen samosas
For a big cross-section of South Asian Muslims, the Iftar is not complete without their favorite samosa. The Kaiser samosa variety includes options in different sizes and a myriad of fillings for you to suit your appetite and taste buds.
The Lahori samosa with its chicken, beef, and veggie versions is a hot favorite among customers. These frozen samosas are mid-sized and their aroma is the perfect appetizer that envelops the food streets in Lahore during the month of Ramadan.
Kaiser’s Crispy Chicken Tikka and Tandoori Chicken Tikka samosas are Iftar food for tikka lovers. You can enjoy the seasoned tandoori chicken filling in a thin and crispy or breaded crust. Both varieties are mid-sized with the Tandoori Chicken Tikka samosa being a better fit for larger appetites at Iftar.
The Crispy samosa range also includes meat-based options with beef and lamb for those who prefer the taste of red meat. These frozen samosas are also mid-sized and wrap seasoned mince in a light crust that becomes super crispy when fried.
All Kaiser samosa varieties are ready to cook. Just pop them in hot oil for a few minutes before serving them warm with condiments like chili garlic sauce, the classic mint raita, and ‘green chutney’.
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Spring Rolls
Spring rolls are another Ramadan favorite for Iftar. This South Asian street food rolls a variety of fillings, but its chicken and veggie versions are the most popular. Kaiser’s spring rolls come ready to cook and need a little time in hot oil before they are ready to serve with a condiment of your choosing.
The thin and crispy golden pastry of the Kaiser Chicken Spring Roll wraps a seasoned mix of chicken and veggies, and you get the vegetarian version stuffed with a deliciously seasoned mix of veggies.
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Kebabs
Kebabs are a great option for the post-sunset meal. Many people like the energy boost from lean protein when they break the fast. Kebabs prepared the Mediterranean way on the skewers are especially great for this purpose.
Healthy and low-calorie, Colonel Kababz seekh kebabs, are juicy and flavorful energizers – you get them in chicken, beef, and lamb varieties. The mildly spiced variety of Mediterranean-style kebabs is as befitting for Iftar – the chicken and beef Adana add a delightful Turkish touch to your Iftar platter while the chicken and lamb Kefta add the Lebanese appeal.
For those who crave protein the Indian way, Colonel Kababz shami kebabs are perfect to enjoy at Iftar. Made with a mix of seasoned meat and tender lentils, they can be enjoyed on their own, or as part of a wrap or sandwich.
These frozen kebabs are fully cooked so all they need is a few minutes in a hot pan before they are ready to eat. Serve with a refreshing mint raita, chili garlic sauce, or another condiment of your choice.
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Ready snacks & wraps
If you find yourself in a bigger time crunch after a busy day and no iftar prep whatsoever, try the Kaiser Wraps & Rolls variety – when your frozen pantry is stocked up with flavorful heat-and-eat wraps, all you need is a few minutes before you can serve them on the plate. The Tandoori Chicken Quesadilla and the Tandoori Chicken Shish Kabab Kati Roll are comforting and fulfilling post-sunset meal options.
Kaiser’s fully-cooked Falafel is a flavorful wrap option too. Wrap these traditional patties made of seasoned chickpeas in a ready-to-eat plain tandoori naan, and enjoy a flavorful vegetarian Iftar.
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Concluding words…
Ramadan is all about connecting with the Lord and even though food makes a big part of this month, it does not take center stage. Many people rely on convenience foods so they can focus on things that matter more. Add Kaiser and Colonel Kababz products to your grocery list for the month and make your Ramadan easier.
