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7 Ways to Use Olive Oil at Suhoor
Suhoor is the meal that has to carry you through a long fasting day, and many Pakistani families are looking for lighter, simpler ways to cook it. Olive oil is an easy swap. Here are seven ways to use it at suhoor.
What Makes Cold-Pressed Olive Oil Special?
Cold-pressed olive oil is extracted mechanically from fresh olives, without heat or chemical solvents, so it keeps its natural colour, aroma and peppery flavour. Buzzin e Zaitoon is cold-pressed from early-harvest wild olives grown in Balochistan.
1. On Paratha or Roti
Brush a little olive oil on paratha or roti instead of ghee.
2. With Eggs
Fry or scramble eggs in olive oil over medium heat, and finish with black pepper.
3. Drizzled Over Daal or Chickpeas
A spoon of olive oil over warm daal or chana just before serving.
4. In a Simple Suhoor Salad
Cucumber, tomato and onion with olive oil, lemon and salt.
5. With Bread and Za’atar
Dip warm bread into olive oil sprinkled with za’atar or chaat masala.
6. In Hummus or Dips
Blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic and olive oil.
7. With Dates and Cheese
A small plate of dates, cheese and olives with a drizzle of olive oil.
Recipe: Olive Oil Egg Paratha Roll
- 1 paratha
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon Buzzin e Zaitoon
- Chopped onion, tomato and green chilli
Fry the vegetables in olive oil, add the beaten eggs and scramble. Roll inside a warm paratha.
Tips
- Keep the heat medium; very high heat spoils olive oil’s flavour.
- Store the bottle in a cool, dark cupboard.
- Drink plenty of water at suhoor.
- If you have a medical condition, speak to your doctor before fasting.
Olive Oil in Islamic Tradition
The olive tree and its oil are mentioned with great respect in the Quran and Hadith, and using olive oil for eating is a cherished Sunnah.
Why Buzzin e Zaitoon?
Cold-pressed, early-harvest, from wild Balochistan olives, with nothing added, Pakistani from tree to bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cook with olive oil at suhoor?
Yes, at low to medium heat.
How much olive oil should I use?
A tablespoon or two per meal is plenty.
Is Buzzin e Zaitoon extra virgin?
It is a cold-pressed olive oil from early-harvest wild olives. We describe it as cold-pressed rather than claiming an extra virgin grade.
