During Ramadan in the UAE, several food products such as rice, sugar, and oil are essential for preparing various dishes for iftar (breaking the fast) and suhoor (pre-dawn meal). Here are some common types and uses of these ingredients:
1. Rice: Rice is a staple in Emirati cuisine and is used in various dishes during Ramadan. One of the most popular rice dishes is biryani, which is often made with fragrant basmati rice, meat, and a blend of spices. Asia Global offers high-quality rice varieties such as Basmati, Jeerakasala, Matta rice, Ponni rice & Sona Masoori rice. These varieties have too good aroma, flavor, and texture, making them perfect for traditional iftar & suhoor meals.
2. Sugar: Sugar is used to sweeten many Ramadan desserts and beverages in the UAE. During iftar, desserts like luqaimat (deep-fried dumplings), basbousa (semolina cake), and kunafa (a pastry made with thin noodle-like pastry soaked in sugar syrup) are enjoyed, all of which require sugar as a key ingredient. Asia Global offers high-quality sugar good for making sweeten traditional drinks such as jallab (a refreshing drink made with dates, grape molasses, and rose water) and tamarind juice.
3. Oil: Oil is used for cooking a variety of dishes during Ramadan, including frying samosas, sambousek, and other savory pastries. It is also used for sautéing onions, garlic, and spices when preparing rice dishes like biryani and kabsa. Additionally, oil is used in baking desserts such as basbousa and kunafa. In the UAE, common cooking oils include vegetable oil, sunflower oil, and olive oil.
These ingredients play a crucial role in preparing the diverse array of dishes enjoyed during Ramadan in the UAE, contributing to the rich flavours and textures of traditional Emirati cuisine.