Ramadan iftar tradition

Ramadan fasting involves two main meals: suhoor (pre-dawn) and iftar (sunset). The sunnah is to break the fast with an odd number of fresh dates and water ^[2]. A typical iftar menu varies globally: in South Asian tradition, it includes dates, samosas, pakoras, biryani, and kheer ^[1]; in Morocco, it features harira soup (tomato-based with lentils, chickpeas, and lamb), msemen (flatbread), and dates ^[1]; in Egypt, staples include ful medames (stewed fava beans) and ta’meya (Egyptian falafel) ^[2]. Suhoor should include slow-release carbohydrates (e.g., oats, whole wheat bread), protein (e.g., eggs, Greek yogurt), and healthy fats (e.g., avocado, almonds) to sustain energy during the fast, along with adequate hydration (2-3 glasses of water) ^[2]. The sources do not provide specific information on how Los Angeles halal restaurants accommodate Ramadan meals, so this cannot be answered from the given material.