Tausug Muslims in Omar municipality, Sulu, marked Ramadan by showcasing their traditional Iftar dishes, preserving their centuries-old Islamic heritage.
Footage captured locals preparing and sharing delicacies like Sabah Maimuh, a coconut milk-based sweet soup, and Uko-Uko, a sea urchin dish stuffed with rice. Other specialties included Chicken Pyanggang, a smoked coconut chicken dish, and Tiyula Itum, a rich black beef or mutton soup. The event highlighted the deep-rooted culinary traditions of the Tausug people, emphasizing the role of food in their cultural and religious identity during Ramadan.
