Eid Recipes – We’ve compiled beloved Eid Recipes for you and your family to prepare and enjoy this year, and there is something for everyone- Eid Mubarak!
WHAT IS EID?
Eid-Al-Fitr and Eid-Al-Adha are two of the most important religious holidays for Muslims. While each day has its own meaning and celebration, the two days bring families together to worship God and enjoy one another. Food is always a central part of both celebrations.
WHAT CAN I COOK ON EID-AL-FITR?
Dress in their best, devoted followers often enjoy a fresh bowl of Sheer Khurma together before heading to prayer. Other sweets consumed are gulab jamun, phirni, barfi, faluda, and chum chum.
WHAT CAN I COOK ON EID-AL-ADHA?
Also called Bakra Eid, families often sacrifice meat to mark the occasion so you will find meat-heavy Eid recipes prepared on that day.
TRADITIONAL EID RECIPES FROM ACROSS THE WORLD
- 1. Aloo Keema
- 2. Bhuna Gosht
- 3. Authentic Chana Masala Recipe
- 4. E-I-D Letter Cream Cookie
- 5. Grilled Tandoori Chicken
- 6. Halawet El Jibn
- 7. Instant Pot Chicken Biryani
- 8. Koobideh Kabob
- 9. Mango Lassi
- 10. Moroccan Meatballs
- 11. Falafel
- 12. Zaalouk
- 13. Muhalabieh
- 14. Mutton Biryani
- 15. Chicken Karahi
- 16. Saç Kavurma
- 17. Seekh Kabob Fry
- 18. Sheer Khurma Recipe
- 19. Kaleji Recipe
1. Aloo Keema
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Our authentic, one-pot Aloo Keema is a delicious combination of seasoned ground meat and potatoes sautéed in tomato, onion, garlic, ginger and warm Indian spices.
2. Bhuna Gosht
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Make Mutton Bhuna Gosht; tender goat fries alongside spices, onion, garlic, and ginger for a bold, rich flavor.
3. Authentic Chana Masala Recipe
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Restaurant-style Chana Masala is loaded with flavor and comes together in 40 minutes, making it the perfect weeknight meal; it serves as a stand-alone meal or a tasty side dish.
4. E-I-D Letter Cream Cookie
Nothing is more festive than a dessert cookie that spells out Eid. Can you imagine this as the centerpiece for your table?
5. Grilled Tandoori Chicken
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Grilled Tandoori Chicken cooks on the grill and delivers the traditional smoky flavor; it’s the perfect addition to any cookout, picnic, or Eid gathering.
6. Halawet El Jibn
Country of Origin: Syria
Enjoy Halawet El Jibn, a Middle Eastern dessert made of delectable sweet cheesy rolls that melt-in-the-mouth! It is perfect to serve on any occasion, especially holidays like Eid!
7. Instant Pot Chicken Biryani
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Instant Pot Chicken Biryani has all the mouth watering appeal of traditional biryani but our recipe cuts the cooking time in half!
8. Koobideh Kabob
Country of Origin: Iran
Flavored with onion, salt, pepper, and that’s about it, Koobideh Kabob cooked over open flame is truly a labor of love.
9. Mango Lassi
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Mango Lassi is made from mango, yogurt, honey, and freshly ground cardamom, and it’s the perfect companion for a hot day!
10. Moroccan Meatballs
Country of Origin: Morocco
Moroccan Meatballs or kefta tagine combines warmly spiced meatballs simmered in a tomato-based sauce flavored with onion, garlic, ginger, and dates.
11. Falafel
Country of Origin: Lebanon
Serve this Lebanese Falafel recipe made with chickpeas, parsley, and cilantro. It’s nutritious and perfect for vegetarians and vegans. Serve these mouth-watering falafels with salads or inside wraps and sandwiches.
12. Zaalouk
Country of Origin: Morocco
A few simple ingredients are all you need to make Zaalouk, a simple Moroccan-style cooked salad made from roasted eggplant, fresh tomato, and warm spices.
13. Muhalabieh
Country of Origin: Iran
Enjoy this creamy Middle Eastern milk pudding, Muhalabieh, infused with rosewater and topped with crushed pistachios.
14. Mutton Biryani
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Mutton Biryani is a beautifully spiced dish with fragrant layers of rice centered with juicy, tender mutton and spices.
15. Chicken Karahi
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Bring home the restaurant-style flavor with our authentic tomato-based Chicken Karahi; it’s ready and on the table in 45 minutes.
16. Saç Kavurma
Country of Origin: Turkey
Sac Kavurma is a simple Turkish dish made with lamb meat, onion, tomatoes, peppers, and spices. You only need about 30 minutes to prepare this easy yet festive meal.
17. Seekh Kabob Fry
Seekh Kabob Fry is full of flavor and melts in your mouth; they are the perfect appetizer, lunch, Eid breakfast, or BBQ dinner.
18. Sheer Khurma Recipe
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Make our Sheer Khurma Recipe, a creamy milk porridge with dates, sugar, vermicelli noodles, almonds, and pistachios.
19. Kaleji Recipe
Country of Origin: Pakistan
To make our Kaleji Recipe beef simmers in an onion, ginger, and garlic-infused masala. Serve the meal as is or alongside fresh bread.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is Eid celebrated twice a year?
• Eid-Al-Fitr or Small Eid culminates the end of Ramadan, a month-long time of fasting and prayer. Eid-Al-Fitr is also called “Sweet Eid”, and it marks a time to celebrate respite and the end of fasting.
• Eid-Al-Adha or “Big Eid” commemorates the sacrifice Prophet Abraham was willing to make before God intervened. For that reason, Eid-Al-Adha is often called the meat Eid.
When is Eid 2023?
Eid follows the lunar calendar, so the date changes each year. Eid al-Fitr is expected to fall on either Thursday, April 20, 2023, or Friday, April 21, 2023. Eid-Al-Adha will fall on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, here in the United States.
How do people celebrate Eid?
• Devout followers offer prayer.
• Friends and family gather in homes.
• Gifts and money are exchanged, especially among the elders and children.
• Food is central to every celebration. People gather in homes or at the mosque to break bread with others- a full table is a happy table as far as Eid is concerned!