Ramadan is a time for reflection and connection.

Here are 15 celebratory recipes, perfect for sharing.

Its also a time to curb negative thoughts and behaviors, such as anger and resentment.

Sabzi Polo (Persian Herb Rice) on a Plate With a Serving Spoon, and Surrounding It, Small Plates With Sides and Glasses of Water

Simply Recipes / Tara Omidvar

It is a time of connecting for many.

These recipes range from full-fledged meals for Suhoor to small bites for Iftar before Maghrib Namaz.

From the Simply Recipes team, we wish you Ramadan Kareem!

Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani on a Platter Topped With Pomegranate Seeds and a Lime Wedge, and in the Surroundings, a Bowl of Raita, a Bowl With Onion Slices and Pomegranates, and Another Bowl With Chilis Cascading Onto the Counter, All on a Teal Kitchen Linen

Simply Recipes / Prerna Singh

May your Ramadan be peaceful and fortuitous.

Indian Chicken Biryani

Simply Recipes / Prerna Singh

To me, chicken biryani means welcoming Ramadan.

Serve withraitafor a well-rounded meal.

Asparagus Pakoras on a White Platter With a Small Bowl of Lemon Yogurt Sauce, and in the Surroundings, Pakoras Topped With Sauce on a Plate and a Set of Forks on the Counter

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

Shayma provides easy substitutions too!

Pair it withbeans and riceortostonesfor a fulfilling meal!

Highly recommend serving withnaanorroti.

Side view of lenten fish with garlic sauce on a plate with a blue edge. A blue striped napkin and a black fork are to the left of the plate. The large fillet is crispy and pink on the outside. Lettuce and cut red and orange peppers are to the right of the snapper. A bowl of rice and black beans is to the upper right of the image. A jar with a spoon inside has chillo al Ajuillo inside. Behind is a platte with more lettuce and snapper.

Simply Recipes / Marta Rivera

Look no further than this air fryer falafel recipe!

Youll have Suhoor ready in no time!

Served on its own or over rice, this stew will leave you wanting more.

Best Recipe for Chicken Korma - bowl of chicken korma with plate of Naan

Simply Recipes / Prerna Singh

Menemen (Turkish Scrambled Eggs and Tomatoes)

Need an easy recipe for Sehri?

Serve it with your choice of bread or as part of a Turkish kahvalti (breakfast) spread.

Fair warningit’s so good, you’ll keep going back for more!

Plate of Air Fryer Falafel in a Pita Pocket With Cucumbers, Tomatoes, and Lettuce Next to an Air Fryer Basin With More Pieces of Falafel

Simply Recipes / Nick Evans

Sabzi Polo

Hosting Iftar this year?

Celebrate with sabzi polo!

Serve withbeef kebabortandoori chickenfor a full meal!

Two Bowls of Jamaican Beef Stew (One Served With Rice and Just a Bowl of Beef Stew) on a Blue and White Kitchen Towel Next to a Dutch Oven With More Stew

Simply Recipes / Kalisa Marie Martin

Serve with the peanut sauce included in the recipe.

Tangy and rich, it’s packed with flavor and perfect for both Suhoor and Iftar.

Best piece of advicedont skimp out on the toppings!

Menemen (Turkish Scrambled Eggs and Tomatoes) in a Pot with a Spoon, Surrounded by Some Slices of Bread and a Plate

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

Vegetable Samosas With Mint Chutney

Nothing ends a meal quite like a samosa.

Pockets of fried dough filled with a gloriously spiced vegetable filling and served with mint chutney?

Whats not to love!

Shrimp Spring Rolls (Some Cut Into Pieces With Cross Section Facing Up and Some Still Whole) on a Wooden Board With a Bowl of Peanut Sauce and a Sprig of Basil

Simply Recipes / Lisa Lin

Spanakopita

Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

Invited to an Iftar party?

This chicken congee jook is perfect for such situations.

Prepared with just a few simple ingredients, this relatively hands-off recipe is light and easy to make.

Bowls of Mercimek Corbasi (Turkish Lentil Soup) Topped With Greek Yogurt, Croutons, Pul Bibir Butter, and Parsley, and Next to It, a Small Bowl of Parsley, Slices of Bread, and Two Spoons

Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

Consisting of two major shortcuts, this recipe uses a food processor and is baked in muffin tins.

Now this recipe is quicker and results in individual portions, perfect for a large Iftari gathering!

Vegetarian Samosas on a bed of herbs with one samosa filled with potato and peas alongside a cilantro mint chutney or dipping sauce in a small wooden bowl..

Simply Recipes / Prerna Singh

Slice of Greek Spinach Pie on a white plate, with a fork, a glass of white wine, and the casserole dish in the background,

Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

Bowls of Chicken Congee Topped with Sliced Ginger and Green Onions, Next to Soup Spoons, All on a Mustard Colored Kitchen Towel

Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu

Kuku Sabzi on platter with yogurt dip.

Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel

Kabuli Palao (Afghan Lamb Shanks with Rice, Carrots, and Raisins)

John Robinson / Simply Recipes