Residents share their favourite Ramadan recipes
The month of fasting is a time of reflection and prayer, but it is also an occasion to spend quality time with family and friends. As we battle the pandemic this year, social gatherings are taboo, but there are other ways to celebrate iftar. Roudha Mejren, Staff Reporter caught up with four residents to get their favourite Ramadan recipe and find out how they have had to make adjustments to their social lives in wake of restrictions to control the outbreak.
‘Can less dining out and more cooking be a positive thing this year?’
Vanessa Bayma Kuiper, a personal chef from Brazil, said nutrition plays an essential role during Ramadan. “Ramadan is a celebration of faith, devotion, family, and friends. This time should be spent reflecting on all that we are thankful for whilst spending time with loved ones. And is there any better way then enjoying this time with food? Food is an expression of love and community!” she said.
There could be a silver lining, she mused, “Can less dining out and more cooking be a positive thing this year? We’ve really seen a community share home cooking during these times. More people are taking interest in ingredients and nutrition for their families. We can all come out of this healthier and happier.”
On her special recipe for quinoa tabouli, Kuiper said: After a long day of fasting your body responds better to fresh produce.”
Cook the quinoa.
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Mix not only parsley, but fresh dill, mint,
■ coriander, sage, and any other fresh herb you can get your hands on.
Add a light sweet pomegranate lemon
■ vinaigrette and plenty of fresh greens.