Bakr-eid, also known as Eid-al-Adha, is a Muslim festival held every year to commemorate Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his beloved son in obedience to Allah’s mandate.

As Bakr-eid rapidly approaches, it’s time to start preparing for the feast. Traditional Eid delicacies, such as the famed Sheer Khurma, must be included in the meal. So,  here is a selection of classic meals that will take you on a brief Eid culinary tour.

Awadhi Biryani

Awadhi Biryani is a well-known Lucknow Biryani recipe. It contains the ideal spice combination, which enhances the flavour of the biryani. Rice and juicy mutton chunks are stacked in the biryani.

It’s then topped with saffron steeped in milk, which gives the Awadhi Biryani an additional kick.

This regal Biryani is often served at important events such as Eid. The biryani preparation takes some time, but it is well worth it.

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Shami Kebab

Appetizers are usually required to get a gathering started. Is there anything better than kebabs? Shami Kebabs are the most delectable kebabs, stuffed with chana dal, mutton, onions, chilies, and a variety of spices.

It’s a fantastic snack dish, along with tea. These crispy kebabs are a popular non-vegetarian food that will work well on Eid.

Nalli Bhuna

When it comes to classic Eid meals, who can forget Nalli Bhuna? Nalli Bhuna is a traditional Mughlai mutton curry dish that includes nutmeg powder, cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and other spices. Nalli Bhuna features mutton shanks cooked in curry instead of curry-cut meat chunks.

It’s made especially for Eid and pairs well with Butter Naan or Rumali Roti for a complete feast. To make it more delicious, Nalli Bhuna should be prepared using desi ghee.

Sheer Khurma

The Eid dessert Sheer Khurma is a popular choice. Vermicelli, dates, almonds, and milk are used to make this delicacy. The term alone conjures up images of grandeur and delicacy. If you’re going to make a dessert for Eid, Sheer Khurma should be on your list.

This scrumptious dessert is simple to prepare and won’t eat up a lot of your time. On Bakr-eid, it’s generally served for breakfast, although you can eat it any time of day.

Shahi Tukda

If you’ve ever been to a wedding in Hyderabad, you’ve almost certainly had Shahi Tukda for dessert. Shahi Tukda, also known as Double ka Meetha, is a popular Hyderabadi dessert served at festivals, weddings, and other special events.

First, the bread is drenched in desi ghee and sweetened condensed milk. It’s then garnished with chopped dried fruits. It’s extremely creamy and delicious. This is something you should include in your feast to make it more remarkable.