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Eid-ul-Adha is celebrated today, June 17. (Image: Shutterstock)
Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, is a happy occasion. Embrace the Christmas spirit with these 5 traditional dishes, perfect to share with family and friends.
Eid-ul-Adha, also known as Bakrid, Eid al-Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice, is celebrated here. This crucial festival is marked to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim's absolute dedication towards the almighty. This year, Eid-ul-Adha falls on June 17. On this day, elaborate meals are prepared for family and friends. To make your job easier, we have put together a list of delicious delicacies that should be part of his grand feast in Bakrid. So, what are you waiting for? Let's take your taste buds for a ride:
- BiryaniAromatic rice mixed with spicy lamb masala will delight the senses of all food lovers. Don't forget to serve the lamb biryani with raita and salad.
- haleemThis Middle Eastern dish is prepared by mixing wheat or barley, minced lamb and lentils. Everything is crushed together with a carousel of spices. This unique combination is slowly cooked for hours to a doughy consistency. The dish is capable enough to tempt your taste buds with just one bite.
- Pura KhurmaLet's confess! Any party is incomplete without a sweet dish. And Bakrid is truly synonymous with pure khurma. This dish is a sweet pudding that is traditionally prepared by simmering noodles, milk, sugar and a mixture of nuts including almonds, pistachios and cashews. Be sure to add dates, as they will act as a natural sweetener. Make sure to serve it cold.
- Yakhni PulaoNext, we bring you the strong flavors of yakhni pulao. This is another rice delicacy that is prepared with yogurt. Its light and aromatic preparation includes flavors of cardamom, cinnamon, bay leaves and a blend of Kashmiri spices. The creamy texture of the yogurt perfectly balances the spicy flavor of the dish.
- Lamb KormaWhat is Bakrid with a lamb gravy dish? With tender pieces of lamb, korma is a slow-cooked creamy sauce based on a mixture of yogurt, aromatic spices and a touch of walnut paste. Its rich and spicy sauce adds a special charm to any holiday season. The dish is best enjoyed with khamiri roti or naan. You can also try this with Matar pulao.
