8 Festive Recipes For Bakri Eid

Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakri Eid, the 2nd biggest fest for Muslims, commemorates the readiness of Abraham to sacrifice his son to honour God’s command so Muslims sacrifice a goat, exchange greetings, offer prayers, feast.

 

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Mutton Muthia

Mouthwatering Mutton Muthia is a mutton ball recipe by Shabbeer Selod and a crispy and flavourful delight for Bakri Eid.

Please find the recipe from here: Mutton Muthia

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Badshahi Gosht

Reshma Aslam presents a royal mutton dish steeped in tradition and rich flavours. Tender pieces of lamb are slowly cooked in a luscious blend of onion, tomato purée, creamy yoghurt, enriched further with a silky cashew paste. Enjoy!

Please find the recipe here: Badshahi Gosht

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Nalli Nihari

A beloved dish traditionally enjoyed during Eid-ul-Zuha, it is a slow-cooked buffalo stew known for its deep, aromatic flavours and soul-warming richness. This version too is shared by Shabeer Selod.

Please find the recipe here: Nalli Nihari

 

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Shikampuri Kebabs

Bakri Eid is definitely the day to make up these special kebabs by Chef Pawan Kumar, stuffed with onions, cashews, raisins, chopped mint and coriander leaves.

Please find the recipe here: Shikampuri Kebabs

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Malpuas

Soft in the centre with crisp, golden edges, it is a cherished dessert that brings a festive flourish to the Bakr Eid feast. Reshma Aslam makes hers with a blend of flour, semolina, khoya, eggs & the batter is gently flavoured with cardamom & sweetened with sugar.

Please find the recipe here: Malpuas

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South Indian Ghee Chicken Curry

Ramanunni Nair ties together the tanginess of tomatoes with spices to create a simple but sumptuous chicken curry that can be savoured on Eid or any day of the week with steamed rice or rotis.

Please find the recipe here: South Indian Ghee Chicken Curry

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Sheer Khurma

Spoil your tastebuds with Sheer Khurma. Chef Shadab Ahmed's traditional version, made with milk, seviyan and nuts, is rich, creamy and requires minimal effort.

Please find the recipe here: Sheer Khurma

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Arabian Pudding

Bring Bakr Eid in with Badshahi Gosht, kebabs, Sheer Khurma... and why not Arabian Pudding too! Reshma Aslam shares her recipe.

Please find the recipe here: Arabian Pudding

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