Washing the hands thoroughly to remove dirt and bacteria before sitting down for a meal.

Reciting "Bismillah" before taking the first bite to invite blessings and block Satan.

Always using the right hand to handle, bite, and chew food, leaving the left hand for other utilities.

Eating from the side of the plate or serving dish closest to you instead of reaching across.

Ensuring you are seated comfortably rather than walking or standing while eating.

Sharing the food collectively on a single platter or table, which increases the blessing.

Letting food or tea cool down on its own instead of blowing air onto it from your mouth.

Removing the cup from the mouth three times to breathe comfortably rather than drinking in a single gulp.

Accepting food with gratitude. If you do not like the taste, leave it silently without making derogatory remarks.

Wiping off any dust from a dropped bite and eating it to show humility and prevent waste.

Filling the stomach with only one-third food, one-third water, and leaving one-third for breathing.

Licking the fingers cleanly after finishing a meal to capture the final traces of blessing.

Reciting Alhamdu lillah or the prescribed after-meal dua to express gratitude.

Starting to eat from the sides of the plate rather than digging into the center, as blessing descends in the center.

Rinsing the mouth and washing the hands thoroughly with soap or water to clean oil and food residues.

The host or younger person should serve others first, particularly elders and guests.

If you forget to say Bismillah at the start, say "Bismillahi Awwalahu wa Akhirahu" when you remember during the meal.

Chewing food slowly and completely, which aids in digestion and promotes mindfulness.

Avoiding leaning on one's side or lying down while consuming food, as it is harmful for digestion.

Eating with the thumb, index, and middle fingers when consuming dry foods or dates.

Wiping the bowl or plate clean so no food is wasted, as one does not know which grain contains the blessing.