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Iftar Budget Calculator 2025 Pakistan: Plan Ramadan Meals Affordably
Use our Iftar budget calculator to plan Sehri and Iftar meals within budget. Includes local prices (Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad), menu suggestions, and printable shopping lists.
Average Iftar Cost Per Person (2025 Estimates)
| City | Simple | Standard | Community |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karachi | PKR 120 | PKR 350 | PKR 200 |
| Lahore | PKR 130 | PKR 380 | PKR 220 |
| Islamabad | PKR 140 | PKR 400 | PKR 240 |
Sample: Family of 5 in Karachi (Standard Menu)
- Total: PKR 1,750
- Per person: PKR 350
- Items: Dates, Rooh Afza, Pakora, Chicken Karahi, Naan, Salad, Fruit Chat
Simple vs Standard vs Community Menu
| Type | Items | Cost (PKR/person) |
|---|---|---|
| Simple | Dates, water, pakora, fruit | 100–150 |
| Standard | Full meal + dessert | 300–450 |
| Community | Bulk cooking | 180–250 |
How to Reduce Iftar Cost
- Buy in bulk — rice, oil, flour
- Home-cooked — avoid takeaways
- Community Iftar — share cost
- Simple menu 3 days/week
- Use seasonal fruits
30-Day Ramadan Budget (Family of 4)
- Simple menu: PKR 36,000
- Mixed (15 simple + 15 standard): PKR 72,000
- With community Iftar: Save 30%
Shopping List Generator
Our tool generates printable list with exact quantities and current market rates.
Health-Focused Iftar Tips
- Break fast with dates + water
- Wait 10 mins before main meal
- Include protein, fiber, healthy fats
- Avoid fried food daily
Community Iftar Planning
- 100 people × PKR 200 = PKR 20,000
- Sponsor one day = great Sadaqah Jariyah
- Use bulk suppliers
Pro Tips for 2025
- Plan weekly menu on Sunday
- Freeze cooked food for busy days
- Involve family in cooking
- Track expenses daily
- Combine with charity — feed poor
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FAQs
Can I reuse oil? Yes, strain and store properly.
Best time to shop? Early morning or mid-week.
Vegetarian Iftar? Use lentils, chickpeas, veggies.
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