Suhoor & Iftar Made Easier—Anchor Dairy Shares 60+ Home-Cooked Recipes for a Joyful Ramadan
With the holy month of Ramadan, comes the joy of preparing suhoor and iftar meals for family and friends. According to Jakpat’s Future Insights into Ramadan and Eid 2025 Report, 9 in 10 Indonesians prepare their suhoor and iftar meals at home[1]—making home cooking an essential part of the holy month.
To keep home cooking fresh and exciting throughout the month, Anchor Dairy is launching a special collection of over 60 easy-to-make Ramadan recipes, designed to elevate home-cooked meals with quality dairy goodness. This exclusive collection includes special recipes curated by one of the country’s most renowned chefs such as Amanda Arum Sari from Masterchef Indonesia S10, as well as passionate homechefs and food creators, such as Andini Putri Pribadini, Putri Habibie and Asahid Tehyung, each bringing their unique expertise and creativity to help home cooks prepare effortless yet flavorful dishes this Ramadan.
From buttery, golden takjil treats (iftar appetizer) to rich, cheesy main dishes, these recipes feature Anchor Butter and the new formulation of Anchor Cheddar, now with an even richer, creamier, and more milky taste—bringing out the best flavors in every dish. Whether you're preparing a traditional family favorite or experimenting with something new, these recipes help make Ramadan cooking easier, tastier, and more enjoyable.
Ramadan is a time of togetherness, where families come together to share meaningful moments over suhoor and iftar meals. Anchor Dairy understands the importance of creating dishes that are not only delicious but also bring comfort and joy to the dining table every day throughout the month. With 90% of Indonesians cooking at home during this holy month, the brand is excited to share over 60 easy-to-make Ramadan recipes, crafted to inspire home cooks and elevate their culinary experience with the rich, high-quality taste of Anchor products that is made from New Zealand milk.
Designed for both efficiency and flavor, these recipes ensure that anyone, whether a seasoned home cook or a beginner, can create delightful meals effortlessly. With the creamy richness of Anchor Butter and the smooth, milky taste of the newly improved Anchor Cheddar, every dish is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with delicious flavors that makes Ramadan cooking more enjoyable and stress-free for moms. This hopefully encourages home bakers and cooking enthusiasts to craft delicious, wholesome meals that bring warmth and joy to their loved ones throughout the holy month.
Need an idea for this afternoon’s iftar meal, and for suhoor the next day? Or even delicious recipes to delight your Eid as well? Worry not because Anchor has handpicked one standout recipe from the collection, a perfect dish to elevate suhoor or iftar with minimal effort yet maximum flavor that showcases the versatility of Anchor Butter and Anchor Cheddar.
"Suhoor can be a challenging time for us to cook—we’re still sleepy and racing against the clock to prepare a meal that’s both delicious and filling enough to keep us energized all day. My go-to recipe is Honey Butter Chicken because it’s simple, sweet and cheesy on the outside, and full of savory on the inside, the aroma would make my family goes straight to from bed to have suhoor. Any dish that we Anchor-in would bount to taste special. The best part? It takes just 30 minutes to make from scratch—or only 5 minutes if you prep the night before!" said Andini Putri Pribadini.
Find the full recipe and step-by-step instructions below.
CHAMPION RECIPE: Whole Roasted Chicken with Garlic Butter and Cheesy Sauce
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Chicken Recipe: 1. Bake the grated Anchor Cheddar until dry, set aside. 2. Mix the chicken with the marinade ingredients until smooth and let it sit for 30 minutes. 3. Heat the oil. Put tapioca in the chicken mixture and immediately fry it 2 times. 4. Fry over medium heat then fry again over high heat until browned. Remove and drain.
Sauce Recipe: 1. To make the sauce, melt the Anchor Unsalted Butter and sauté the garlic until dry. 2. Add soy sauce, honey, and ground pepper. 3. Stir until smooth 4. Add the fried chicken. Stir quickly and top with roasted sesame and sliced green onions. |
Want more inspiration? Download the Anchor Ramadan Recipe E-Book here and follow @Anchor_Indonesia on social media for daily cooking ideas. Don’t forget to share your #30HariRamadanEnaknyaDiAnchorin creations with us!
Reference:
[1] Future Insights into Ramadan and Eid 2025 - Jakpat Insight