You know that first night of Ramadan when you stand in the kitchen thinking, “What should I make for Iftaar?” And before you know it, you’re rushing, frying, chopping, and somehow also making 10 cups of tea? Let’s not do that this year!
Ramadan isn’t meant to be spent stressed over food. A little meal prep beforehand can save you time, energy, and decision fatigue, so you can focus on worship, rest, and quality time with family.
1. Plan Your Meals in Advance (Trust Me, It’s a Lifesaver!)
You don’t need a fancy spreadsheet—just a basic meal plan to know what you’re cooking each day.
👉 Why? So you’re not staring at the fridge at 4:30 PM wondering if samoosas count as a full meal.
💡 How to make meal planning easier:
✅ Stick to family favourites (Ramadan is not the time for experimental Pinterest meals)
✅ Have a few quick-fix meal ideas for busy days
✅ Prep ingredients ahead so actual cooking is faster
📝 Free Download: Ramadan Meal Planner – A simple one-page planner to organise Suhoor, Iftaar, and groceries. Grab it here.
2. The Freezer is Your Best Friend
If there’s one thing that will change your life this Ramadan, it’s batch cooking and freezing!
Things you can prep & freeze:
✔️ Samosas, pies, and spring rolls (make & freeze in advance!)
✔️ Chicken marinades (just thaw & cook!)
✔️ Basic sauces & gravies (so you’re not chopping onions daily!)
✔️ Pre-cut veggies for quick stir-fries
🛒 Game-Changing Kitchen Tools:
✨ Silicone Freezer Bags – Say goodbye to leaky plastic bags!
✨ Stackable Freezer Containers – Because no one has unlimited freezer space.
✨ Mini Label Maker – So you don’t mix up your biryani marinade with your dessert syrup (it happens).
3. Keep Suhoor Simple (Because Sleep Matters Too!)
Nobody wants to wake up at 3 AM and cook a full-on feast. The best Suhoor is quick, nutritious, and filling.
Here are some easy ideas:
🥑 Overnight oats with dates & nuts
🥚 Boiled eggs with wholewheat toast & avocado
🥛 Smoothies packed with oats, banana & peanut butter
✨ Blender for Smoothies – A quick Suhoor lifesaver!
✨ Glass Jars for Overnight Oats – Prep once, enjoy all week.
4. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!
One of the biggest Ramadan mistakes is not drinking enough water—then wondering why we have headaches and zero energy by 2 PM.
💦 Hydration tips:
✅ Drink at least 2 glasses at Suhoor
✅ Have infused water (lemon, mint, cucumber = extra refreshing)
✅ Limit caffeine (yes, I know, but trust me)
✨ Fruit Infuser Water Bottle – Makes drinking water a little more exciting.
5. Involve the Kids in Ramadan Cooking
Want to get the kids excited about Ramadan meals instead of just waiting for Iftaar? Let them help!
👩🍳 Kid-friendly tasks:
✔️ Mixing dough for buns – watch this kids video for a full recipe
✔️ Decorating dates with nuts & coconut
✔️ Making fruit skewers
✨ Mini Kids’ Apron & Chef Set – Because tiny chefs = the cutest.
✨ Islamic Cookie Cutters – Fun Ramadan & Eid baking!
📌 Bonus: Little Muslims Activity Pack (20+ Pages!) – Keep them engaged with colouring pages, fasting trackers, and a good deeds challenge. Download it here.
Final Thoughts: Let’s Make Ramadan Stress-Free!
Ramadan should be about peace, reflection, and worship—not feeling like a contestant on a cooking show.
💡 Start small: Even prepping a few things in advance will make a huge difference.
💬 What’s your go-to Iftaar meal? Share in the comments!
🌙 May Allah bless our Ramadan preparations and make it easy for us! Ameen.
