Eid-ul-Fitr morning is a special time, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. On this day, Muslims are required to eat before they leave for the Eid prayers. A month of fasting has trained the body and mind to not eat after Fajr (morning) prayers.
This easy-to-make and tasty starter is a Ramadan favorite in many Yemeni households. Traditionally lahooh (Yemeni pancake) is used instead of pita bread but we prefer wheat pita bread and love how it absorbs the liquid of the dish.
Three Muslim women share their reflections on how they and their families deal with the topic of menstruation – and women’s temporary exemption from fasting – during Ramadan.
Allah, the Entirely Merciful, has given us the gift of the Quran. During Ramadan, we should take time to reflect on the significance of that glorious gift. We should also express gratitude to the One Who bestowed it.