The next No Plates Like Home menu is now available in lime tree.

From Monday 2 to Friday 6 March, a delicious menu has been developed with the Bath University Islamic Society (BUIS), to celebrate Ramadan.

The menu includes a range of south Asian, south-east Asian and north African food:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Main courses - £5.65

  • Jollof Rice and Chicken Stew (H) - welcome to West Africa's most popular one pot dish - rice steamed in a succulent tomato base infused with vibrant spices.
  • Nasi Minyak, Ayam Rendang dan acar (H) - chicken slow-cooked and simmered in a spiced coconut paste served with aromatic steamed rice. A dish typically served during Eid in Malaysia.
  • Koshary (VE) - a popular Egyptian dish made with rice, lentils, pasta and chickpeas, topped with spiced tomato sauce and crispy fried onions.

Sides

  • Jollof Rice £2.50
  • Nasi Minyak (V), £2.50 - ghee butter rice
  • Acar (VE), £2 - a side of vegetables
  • Plain Basmati rice (VE) £2
  • Onion pakora (V) £2

Tuesday and Thursday

Main courses - £5.65

  • Chicken Biryani (H), £7.65 - tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato-yoghurt masala, layered with fragrant basmati rice and slow-steamed for deep, authentic flavour.
  • Tajine Zitoune (H) - an Algerian chicken stew cooked with green olives, onions, garlic, and warm spices. It has a savory, slightly tangy flavor and is usually served with bread or couscous.
  • Samsoa chaat (V) - crispy samosas crushed and layered with spiced chickpeas, cooling yoghurt, tangy tamarind chutney and topped off with pomegranate, a bold, flavour-packed chaat that brings crunch, heat and sweetness to every bite.

Sides

  • Onion pakora (V) £2
  • Plain Basmati rice £2
  • Half a baguette (VE) £1

The menu is available at the global plate counter for lunch (12 noon to 2pm) and dinner (5.30pm to 7.30pm). Students were keen to give everyone the chance to try their dishes, including those that aren't fasting.

"This Ramadan, we’ve brought together a variety of dishes that show the inclusivity and diversity of our Islamic Society," explains Hikmah Okeowo, Education Officer for BUIS. "As we break our fasts, these meals are eaten with with a sense of gratitude that defines this month. Whether you are fasting or joining us for a new experience, we hope you enjoy the food and feel inspired to try something new!"