Test your knowledge
How well do you know the flavours, traditions, and dishes that bring Muslims together at sunset?
Ramadan is a time of reflection, generosity, and unity, and food plays a beautiful role in bringing people together at iftar, the meal eaten after sunset. This quiz invites you to travel across cultures and cuisines, discovering beloved dishes, drinks, and traditions enjoyed from Türkiye to Afghanistan. Whether you're a foodie, a Ramadan regular, or simply curious, test your knowledge and celebrate the diversity of iftar around the world.
🥙 Round 1: Name that dish
Q1
Which fruit is traditionally eaten first to break the fast?
Dates are traditionally eaten to break the fast at the time of iftar during Ramadan. Delicious, nutritious and with plenty of varieties to choose from, they are widely considered an ideal choice for gently restoring energy after a long day of fasting.
Q2
Which spiral-shaped deep-fried sweet soaked in syrup is popular in South and Central Asia?
Jalebi! Deep-fried fermented batter shaped into spirals and soaked in sugar syrup — a very popular sweet served for iftar. With many variations across countries, Jalebi are enjoyed by families around the world at this special time and beyond!
Q3
Across parts of South and Central Asia, which rich dessert made with vermicelli, milk, dates, and nuts is popular at Eid?
Sheer Khurma ,meaning “milk with dates”, is a festive dessert made with toasted vermicelli simmered in milk, then enriched with dates, nuts, sugar, and cardamom. It is especially associated with Eid al-Fitr, when families prepare it as a celebratory sweet.
🍲 Round 2: Around the world
Q4
In which country is Harira, a tomato and lentil soup, especially popular during Ramadan?
Morocco — Harira is served widely during Ramadan in Morocco and across the Maghreb region as a classic iftar soup. Warming, nourishing, and easy to digest, this staple dish often served to break the daily fast.
Q5
In which country is Ayran, a chilled yogurt drink, traditionally served at iftar during Ramadan?
Türkiye! Ayran is a widely consumed savoury yogurt-based drink in Türkiye and is especially common at iftar meals during Ramadan. Requiring only 3 ingredients, yogurt, water, and salt, this drink is a quick and easy recipe for success after a long fast or on a hot day!
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Q6
In which country is Kabuli Pulao, a fragrant rice dish topped with carrots, raisins and meat, considered the national dish and often served at iftar?
Afghanistan! Kabuli Pulao is widely recognized as the national dish of Afghanistan, and is commonly served for special occasions, including iftar during Ramadan.
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