Eid is preceded by the holy month of Ramadan where those who are observing it fast until sunset, taking their first bite after that. We decided to check out some of the top favorites from around India, and, we are proud to say, after our team’s intense research (Burp! We are still reeling from sheer overindulgence), we present to you a list of our top ten favorite Ramadan eats.

Kebab

We can sing songs about shammi kebabs. Dance for a piece of boti. Or simply beg with our eyes. Just give us some kebab and we shall be happy. And yes, vegetarian or non-
vegetarian – it really doesn’t matter. As long as it tastes good, we love it.

Haleem

Whether it’s the thick, ghee-laden Hyderabad version, or the lighter, more lentil-
laden Kolkata one, Haleem is a favorite after a long day of fasting, because it is a one-dish
meal. Meat, wheat, lentil, ghee is what goes in it, and the dish is cooked for a long time so that the meat falls off the bone and mixes with the wheat and lentil. Topped with some herbs, ghee and lemon, and in Hyderabad’s case, fried onions and sometimes nuts, this is a meal fit for kings.