Eid-ul-Fitr also known as Meethi Eid is one of the auspicious festivals of the Muslim. People all across the world celebrate it with immense pleasure. This year Eid-ul-Fi will be celebrated on either May 13 or May 14 depending on the sighting of the moon.

Eid-ul-Fitr is the celebration of ‘breaking of fast. It is the celebration of the end of the holy month of Ramadan, which is followed by the special prayer on the morning of the first of Shawwal. Eid is the symbol of patience, devotion, piety and endurance. Besides offering prayer on the occasion of Eid, people wear new clothes, enjoy delicious food and cherish happy moments with their family and loved ones.

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Below is the list of mouthwatering dishes to enjoy on Eid:

Sheer Khurma:

Sheer Khurma is one of the most important dishes of Eid-ul-Fitr. Sheer Khurma, which is a mixture of sewai, milk and dates is easy to make but is a time consuming dessert. The best part about Sheer Khurma is highly nutritious and can be served cold as well as hot depending on the preference of a person. Many people add dry fruits like cashew, almonds and walnut. Sheer means milk and Khurma means dates.

Shahi Biryani:

India’s love for biryani is inevitable, no matter what the occasion is this dish will always be the showstopper of the table. Well, we all know that Eid is incomplete without biryani. A fragrant rice dish layered with creamy mutton will just hit the right spot. It is served with raita or spicy salan of your choice.

Tangri Kebab:

If you are looking for some mouth watering starter then Tangri Kebab is your one stop go. It is easy to make and is one of the key items during Eid-ul-Fitr. The tandori cooked chicken drumstick is served with onion rings,lemon and mint chutney.

Sewai/Kimami Sewai:

Sewai or Kimami Sewai is an Awadhi style dish, which is one of the key desserts during Eid-ul-Fitr. The vermicelli is roasted in low heat and dry fruits like almond, cashew, walnut and raisins are added for garnishing.This is usually served hot and some people even enjoy it with some hot milk.

Chicken Korma:

Creamy Chicken Korma is the main dish on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. The feast will not be complete without this delicious dish. The creamy chicken curry is mixed with masala, cashew nut paste, saffron and rose water for flavour. It is served with rumali roti or butter naan.