Iftar in Istanbul | A Cozy Ramadan Evening & Cooking | Last days before Eid 2025 🌙

Hello everyone! Welcome to my channel! In this vlog, I’m taking you through my peaceful morning routine, preparing a delicious meal for Iftar, and capturing the early beauty of spring in Istanbul. It’s all about cozy moments, good food, and the serene vibes of Ramadan. I hope you enjoy the video! ❤️ Instagram @mariam.mubarik Recipe Peri-Peri Chicken 🍗 Ingredients: • 2 chicken thighs • Salt and pepper to taste • 1-2 fresh red chilies (adjust according to heat preference), finely chopped • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1/2 tablespoon paprika • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed) • 1 tablespoon plain yogurt • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional) • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (optional) • peri peri sauce (optional) Instructions: 1. Marinate the Chicken: • In a small bowl, combine the chopped red chilies, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, lemon juice, yogurt, honey, olive oil, salt, and oregano (if using). Stir until well-mixed. • Place the chicken thighs in a bowl or resealable bag. Pour the mixture over the chicken, rubbing it in to coat all sides evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight, for maximum flavor. 2. Cooking the Chicken: • Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F), or grill the chicken on medium heat. • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. 3. Smoking (for tandoori Flavor): • Heat a piece of coal on an open flame or gas burner until it turns red hot. • Place the hot coal in a small metal bowl or foil, and set it inside the dish with the chicken. • Drizzle a little oil over the coal, which will create smoke. Cover the dish tightly to trap the smoke and infuse the chicken with a smoky aroma for about 10 minutes. 4. Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with your favorite sides. #ramadan2025 #iftartime #Springinistanbul #Ramadanvibes #Spring #cozyvlog #iftarprep #ramadanmoments #istanbulvibes #CookingForIftar #PeacefulRamadan #springiscoming #dailyvlog #IftarCooking #ramadanroutine #SpringInTurkey #ramadanvlog #periperichicken #dahiphulki #fruitchaat #homemadeyogurt #food #lifeinturkey #mariammubarik #vlogs #skincare #skincareroutine #morningroutine