From our kitchen · Ramadan with bread
Iftar snacks with bread
Five flexible savoury ideas, from crisp pakora to a tray of easy sandwiches.
Bread can make iftar snacks easy to portion and share. Pick one or two ideas, prepare fillings safely, and serve hot items soon after cooking. The suggestions below are general home-cooking ideas, not Double Roti menu items.
Five simple ideas to serve
- Bread pakora: Sandwich a modest layer of cooked spiced potato or vegetables between bread, dip in seasoned gram-flour batter, and cook until crisp and fully heated.
- Chicken sandwiches: Use cooked, chilled chicken with a little chutney or yogurt-based spread. Add crunchy vegetables just before serving.
- Bread rolls: Fill bread with cooked potato or vegetables, shape into rolls, and cook until golden. Keep the filling cool before shaping.
- Garlic bread: Spread bread with garlic and herbs mixed into butter or oil, then toast in a pan or oven until crisp at the edges.
- Bun-kebab-style bites: Serve a cooked patty in a bun with chutney and sliced onion. Make smaller portions for a shared platter.
Prep and serve with care
Cook fillings ahead, cool them promptly, and keep perishable ingredients refrigerated until needed. Assemble cold sandwiches close to serving; cook hot snacks in batches so they stay crisp. Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
Easy hosting tip: Put sauces and chutneys on the side so guests can add them just before eating.
Frequently asked questions
What are easy bread snacks for iftar?
Garlic toast, small chicken sandwiches, bread pakora and bun-kebab-style bites are flexible options. Choose one or two based on your time.
Can I make chicken sandwiches ahead for iftar?
Prepare and chill the cooked filling ahead, then assemble the sandwiches near serving time to help keep the bread from getting soggy.
How do I keep fried bread snacks crisp?
Cook in batches, drain excess oil, and serve soon after cooking. Avoid covering hot snacks tightly, which can trap steam.