Ramadan 2023- Quick & Easy Fried Recipes

Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, which are the basic tenets of the faith. It is mandatory for all adult Muslims who are physically and mentally able to fast, with some exceptions for those who are sick, traveling, or women who are menstruating, pregnant, or nursing. The fast begins with a pre-dawn meal called Suhoor and ends with an evening meal called Iftar. Muslims break their fast with dates and water, followed by a meal consisting of easy fried recipes. The month of Ramadan is also a time for increased prayer, reflection, and acts of charity.

Fasting during Ramadan is a challenging but rewarding experience that brings Muslims closer to their faith and strengthens their connection with the community. It teaches self-discipline, self-control, and empathy for those in need, and is a reminder of the blessings of food, water, and other basic necessities that we often take for granted.

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• Ramadan 2023
• Quick & Easy Fried Recipes.
• Samosas
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• Pakoras
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• Spring Rolls
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• Falafel
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• Potato Chips
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• Fried Chicken
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Ramadan 2023

Quick & Easy Fried Recipes.

Samosas

Samosa is a popular snack in South Asian cuisine, consisting of a fried or baked pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes meat or cheese. It is often served with chutney and is a favorite snack for many people around the world.

Here’s a basic recipe for making samosas at home:

Ingredients:

• For the pastry dough:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup water
• For the filling:
  • 2 cups boiled, mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup green peas
  • Medium chopped onions
  • 1tsp cumin seeds
  • 1tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the oil and mix well until the mixture becomes crumbly.
2. Add water gradually and knead the dough until it becomes smooth and pliable. Cover the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. When they start to crackle, add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
4. Add the peas and all the spice powders. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
5. Add the mashed potatoes and salt. Mix everything together until the filling is well combined. Set it aside and let it cool.
6. Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a thin oval shape. Cut the oval into two halves.
7. Take one-half of the oval and form a cone. Seal the edges of the cone with a little water.
8. Fill the cone with 1-2 tbsp of the filling and press the edges together to seal the samosa.
9. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
10. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add a few samosas and fry until they turn golden brown.
11. Remove the samosas from the oil and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess fat.
12. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

Enjoy your homemade samosas!

Pakoras

Pakoras are a popular fried snack in South Asian cuisine, made by dipping vegetables, chicken, or cheese in a spicy chickpea flour batter and then frying them until crispy. They are often served with chutney and are beloved street food in countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh

Here’s a basic recipe for making vegetable pakoras at home:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of mixed vegetables (such as sliced potatoes, onions, cauliflower florets, and spinach leaves)
• 1 cup chickpea flour (also called besan or gram flour)
• 1/4 cup rice flour
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon of carom seeds (ajwain)
• 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
• Red chili powder adjust to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• Water as needed
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Wash and slice the vegetables thinly. Mix them together in a bowl and sprinkle some salt over them. Let them sit for 10-15 minutes to release any excess water.
2. In a separate mixing bowl, add chickpea flour, rice flour, carom seeds, cumin seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add water gradually and whisk until the batter is smooth and thick. The batter should be thick enough to coat the vegetables, but not too thick that it doesn’t stick to them.
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
5. Dip the vegetables into the batter to coat them well.
6. Carefully drop them into the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the pakoras from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess fat.
8. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

Enjoy your homemade pakoras!

Spring Rolls

Spring rolls are a type of Asian cuisine that typically consists of a thin, crispy wrapper filled with vegetables, meat, or seafood, along with spices and sometimes noodles or rice. They are often served as an appetizer or snack and can be found in various forms across many Asian countries

Here’s a basic recipe for making vegetable spring rolls at home:

Ingredients:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the mixed vegetables, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
2. Take one spring roll wrapper and place it on a flat surface. Add a spoonful of the vegetable mixture in the center of the wrapper.
3. Fold the sides of the wrapper towards the center and then roll the wrapper tightly. Use a little water to seal the edge.
4. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
6. Once the oil is hot, add a few spring rolls and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the spring rolls from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess fat.
8. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy your homemade spring rolls!

Falafel

Falafel is a popular Middle Eastern food made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, mixed with herbs and spices, and then formed into small balls or patties. It is often served in a pita bread sandwich or as part of a mezze platter and is a vegetarian or vegan alternative to meat dishes.

Here’s a basic recipe for making falafel at home:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of cooked chickpeas (or one 15 oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed)
• 1/2 cup of chopped onion, cilantro, and parsley
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin and coriander
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2-3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, blend the chickpeas until they are crumbly, but not pureed.
2. Add the onion, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper to the chickpeas in the food processor. Pulse until everything is well combined and finely chopped.
3. Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the mixture and pulse again until the mixture starts to come together. If the mixture is too wet, add more flour as needed.
4. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
6. Form the chickpea mixture into small balls or patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
7. Once the oil is hot, add a few falafels and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
8. Remove the falafel from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess fat.
9. Serve hot with pita bread, tahini sauce, and your favorite toppings like chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce.

Enjoy your homemade falafel!

Potato Chips

Potato chips are a popular snack made from thinly sliced potatoes that are fried or baked until crispy and then flavored with salt, spices, or other seasonings. They are a beloved snack around the world and can be found in various flavors and varieties, from classic salted chips to more exotic flavors like barbecue or sour cream and onion.

Here’s a basic recipe for making potato chips at home:

Ingredients:

• 2-3 large potatoes
• 2 cups of cold water
• 1 tablespoon of salt
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and slice them thinly using a mandoline or a sharp knife.
2. In a mixing bowl, add 2 cups of cold water and 1 tablespoon of salt. Stir until the salt dissolves.
3. Add the sliced potatoes to the bowl and let them soak in the saltwater for 30 minutes.
4. Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel to remove any excess water.
5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
6. Once the oil is hot, add a handful of potato slices and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the potato chips from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess fat.
8. Repeat with the remaining potato slices.
9. Sprinkle some salt over the potato chips and serve them immediately.

Enjoy your homemade potato chips!

Fried Chicken

Fried chicken is a dish that typically consists of chicken pieces that are battered or breaded and then deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. It is a popular comfort food and is often served with sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or biscuits.

Here’s a basic recipe for making fried chicken at home:

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken drumsticks and 4 chicken thighs
• 1 cup of buttermilk
• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons of paprika
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, add the chicken drumsticks and thighs and pour the buttermilk over them. Make sure the chicken is fully coated in the buttermilk. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for better flavor.
2. In another mixing bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
3. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and let any excess buttermilk drip off.
4. Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure the chicken is fully coated in the flour mixture.
5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
6. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken to the oil and fry until they are golden brown and cooked through about 15-20 minutes. Make sure to turn the chicken occasionally to cook it evenly on all sides.
7. Remove the chicken from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack or a paper towel to remove any excess fat.
8. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy your homemade fried chicken!

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