20 Budget-Friendly Iftar Menus, Still Delicious and Filling for the Family

Kapanlagi.com - Budget-friendly iftar is actually a wise choice because breaking the fast doesn't always have to be extravagant. In Islamic teachings, excessive behavior is indeed discouraged. It is better for us to restrain ourselves, including in choosing simple yet nutritious iftar dishes.

This list of budget-friendly iftar menus can also be the right solution for families who want to save during Ramadan without reducing the warmth of dining together. Although simple, don't be mistaken, budget-friendly dishes can still taste delicious and fill all family members.

Recommendations for budget-friendly iftar menus are increasingly sought after because they can help keep expenses in check for a full month without losing the enjoyment of breaking fast. What are some suitable menus to serve? Let's check out the complete recommendations below!

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1. Simple Vegetable Soup

Inexpensive Iftar Menu/image by freepik

Warm soup is always a lifesaver when your stomach is empty all day.

Ingredients:

• Carrots
• Potatoes
• Cabbage
• Spring onions
• Garlic
• Salt and pepper
• Water

How to make:

• Sauté the garlic until fragrant.
• Add water and vegetables.
• Cook until the vegetables are tender.
• Add salt and pepper, serve warm.

2. Omelette

A budget-friendly dish but rich in flavor.

Ingredients:

• 3 eggs
• Spring onions
• Chili and shallots
• Salt

How to make:

• Mix all the ingredients.
• Fry with a little oil until cooked.
• Cut and serve.

3. Crispy Fried Tempeh

Budget Iftar Menu / image by AI

Tempe is always a budget-friendly side dish.

Ingredients:

• Tempe
• Garlic
• Salt
• Coriander
• Thin flour

How to make:

• Slice tempe thinly.
• Coat with spices and flour.
• Fry until golden brown.

4. Stir-Fried Water Spinach

A simple green dish that tantalizes the appetite.

Ingredients:

• Water spinach
• Garlic
• Chili
• Oyster sauce

Instructions:

• Sauté garlic and chili.
• Add water spinach.
• Add oyster sauce and a little water, stir quickly.

5. Crispy Fried Tofu

Budget Iftar Menu / image by AI

Perfect as a side dish or a snack for breaking the fast.

Ingredients:

• White tofu
• Seasoned flour
• Water

How to make:

• Dip the tofu in the flour mixture.
• Fry until crispy.
• Serve warm.

6. Tempeh with Sweet Soy Sauce

A sweet and spicy combination that makes you want more.

Ingredients:

• Fried tempeh
• Chili
• Shallots
• Sweet soy sauce

How to make:

• Sauté the ground spices.
• Add the tempeh.
• Add the soy sauce, stir well.

7. Homemade Fried Noodles

Iftar Menu Budget-Friendly / image by freepik

A family favorite quick meal.

Ingredients:

• Egg noodles
• Egg
• Mustard greens
• Sweet soy sauce

How to make:

• Sauté the egg and vegetables.
• Add the noodles and soy sauce.
• Stir until cooked.

8. Potato Fritters

A simple dish but always finishes first.

Ingredients:

• Potatoes
• Eggs
• Green onions
• Salt

How to make:

• Mash the fried potatoes.
• Mix in the other ingredients.
• Shape into balls and fry.

9. Sweet Soy Sauce Stir-Fried Tofu

Iftar Menu Budget-Friendly / image by AI

A budget-friendly but delicious menu.

Ingredients:

• Tofu
• Red and white onions
• Sweet soy sauce

How to make:

• Sauté the spices until fragrant.
• Add the fried tofu.
• Add soy sauce and a little water.

10. Budget-Friendly Pumpkin Vegetable Stew

The coconut milk broth makes the meal even more delicious.

Ingredients:

• Squash
• Coconut milk
• Simple stew spices

How to make:

• Sauté the spices.
• Add the squash and coconut milk.
• Cook until done.

11. Fried Eggs with Balado Sauce

Budget Iftar Menu/image by AI

The spiciness increases appetite.

Ingredients:

• Eggs
• Red chili
• Shallots

How to make:

• Fry the eggs.
• Sauté the balado sauce.
• Mix the eggs with the sauce.

12. Crispy Vegetable Fritters

Inexpensive and filling.

Ingredients:

• Cabbage
• Carrot
• Wheat flour
• Spices

How to make:

• Mix all ingredients.

Fry until crispy.

13. Village Fried Rice

Iftar Menu Economical/image by freepik

A quick menu if there is leftover rice.

Ingredients:

• White rice
• Garlic
• Soy sauce
• Egg

How to make:

• Sauté the spices and eggs.
• Add rice and soy sauce.
• Stir well until hot.

14. Stir-Fried Tempe with Green Chili

A simple spicy dish that whets the appetite.

Ingredients:

• Tempe
• Green chili
• Shallots

How to make:

• Sauté the spices.
• Add the fried tempe.
• Cook until the spices are absorbed.

15. Clear Spinach Soup

Iftar Menu Economical/image by AI

Fresh and light for an empty stomach.

Ingredients:

• Spinach
• Sweet corn
• Shallots

How to make:

• Boil water with spices.
• Add corn then spinach.

Cook just for a moment.

16. Sweet and Savory Fried Tofu and Tempe

A sweet and savory homemade specialty.

Ingredients:

• Tofu and tempe
• Brown sugar
• Garlic
• Coriander

How to make:

• Boil tofu and tempe with the spices.

Fry briefly before serving.

17. Vegetable Scrambled Eggs

Budget Iftar Menu/image by AI

A quick menu when it's close to breaking the fast.

Ingredients:

• Eggs
• Carrots
• Green onions

How to make:

• Sauté the vegetables.
• Add the eggs, scramble until cooked.

18. Stir-Fried Cabbage and Carrots

A simple but healthy menu.

Ingredients:

• Cabbage
• Carrots
• Garlic

How to make:

• Stir-fry the garlic.
• Add the vegetables.
• Cook quickly to keep them fresh.

19. Fried Fish with Simple Chili Sauce

Budget Iftar Menu/image by AI

Inexpensive but still a favorite.

Ingredients:

• Salted fish or mackerel
• Chili and onion

How to make:

• Fry the fish.
• Serve with simple chili sauce.

20. Long-Lasting Fried Tempeh

A budget-friendly dish that can be stored for several days.

Ingredients:

• Small sliced tempeh
• Brown sugar
• Onion and chili

How to make:

• Fry the tempeh until dry.
• Stir-fry the spices and sugar.
• Mix the tempeh until evenly coated.

KLovers, here are 20 budget-friendly iftar menu inspirations that you can prepare during Ramadan. Besides helping to keep expenses low, simple menus like this also create a warmer family dining atmosphere filled with togetherness.

Because in essence, the joy of breaking fast does not lie in the luxury of the dishes, but in gratitude and the moments of gathering that do not always come around. I hope this menu list helps KLovers create a simple, delicious, healthy, and warm iftar with family at home.

21. FAQ

1. What is meant by an economical iftar menu?
An economical iftar menu is a budget-friendly meal that is still nutritious, delicious, and sufficiently filling for the family.

2. What economical iftar menu is the easiest to make at home?
Some practical options include simple stir-fried vegetables, omelets, fried tempeh, vegetable soup, and snacks made from bananas or sweet potatoes.

3. How can you plan an economical iftar menu?
Use readily available ingredients, choose simple home-cooked meals, and combine inexpensive side dishes with vegetables to keep it nutritious.

4. Can an economical iftar menu still be healthy?
Certainly, as long as the menu contains carbohydrates, simple proteins, and vegetables or fruits, nutritional needs can still be met even on a budget.

5. What economical iftar menu is suitable for a large family?
Simple chicken soup, vegetable lodeh, tempeh sambal, balado eggs, and various stir-fried vegetables are suitable because they are easy to prepare in large portions and remain economical.

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