Eid-Ul-Fitr is one of the most blissful festivals celebrated by Muslims worldwide. On this occasion, there are get-togethers of families and friends, exchange of wishes and gifts, and most importantly treats with delicious dishes.
On this Eid-ul-Fitr, whether you want to opt for traditional recipes or try modern cuisine, here are some tasty dishes to make your celebrations truly memorable.
Breakfast Ideas for Eid-ul-Fitr 2025
Eid is not complete without some iconic breakfast dishes that have been a tradition for generations.
Sheer Khurma
Sheer Khurma is an essential dish made with vermicelli, milk, sugar, dates, and nuts like almonds, pistachios, and cashews. It is often the first thing that people enjoy after Eid Prayers. It can be served warm or cold.
Puri and Chana Masala
Fluffy puris are served with chana masala (chickpea curry) is also a classical breakfast item among many households. Some people also combine puris with halwa and enjoy it as Halwa puri.
Nihari or Paya
Nihari or paya is a luxurious dish made with tender meat and spices for meat lovers. It can be best enjoyed with naan or kulcha.
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Main Course Dishes For Eid-ul-Fitr 2025
Dining tables on Eid are filled with a variety of savory dishes. Here I am listing some that you can try out to impress your guest.
Biryani
A dish that needs no introduction, different regions have their own special versions of Biryani like Hyderabadi Biryani, Lucknow Biryani, and Sindhi Biryani. Serving with cooling raita, fresh salad, and crispy fried onions make every bite of Biryani even more delicious.
Korma
Korma is a must-have dish on Eid, especially in Mughlai Style. Korma is a creamy dish made by slowly cooking meat in a gravy of yogurt, onions, and fragrant spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves.
Korma is best enjoyed with soft naan, roti, or boiled basmati rice.
Chapli Kebabs
Chapli Kebabs are also known as Peshawar Kebabs because of their origination from Peshawar, Pakistan. These are crumble -textured and made from minced meat mixed with spices, tomatoes, onions, fresh herbs, pomegranate seeds and dried coriander.
Beef or Chicken Haleem
Haleem is a slow-cooked dish that takes hours to cook into eatable form.
It is made with meat (beef or chicken), wheat, lentils, and a blend of aromatic spices.
Haleem is traditionally served with fried onions, fresh coriander, lemon wedges, and ginger, along with naan or parathas.
Snacks And Sides for Eid-ul-Fitr 2025
Samosas and Spring Rolls
Somasos and spring rolls are served as appetizers or tea-time treats. They are filled with shredded meat, spiced potatoes, vegetables, or lentils. Both are traditionally served with mint chutney, sweet chili sauce or garlic mayo.
Dahi Baray
Dahi Baray is a healthy snack made from ground lentils (moong dal or urad dal) that are deep-fried until turn golden and then soaked in water to make them soft. Then these are mixed with chilled yogurt, chutneys, chaat masala, and fresh coriander.
Chaats And Salads
Chaats such as Chana Chaat, Aloo Chaat, Papri Chaat, Bhel Puri, and Fruit chaat, also Yoghurt and Kachumber Salads are some refreshing options.
Ras Malai
Ras Malai is one of the most liked side desserts for Eid. It is made with soft cheese balls soaked in sweetened milk, and garnished with nuts.
Falooda
Falooda is a kind of perfect way to cool down after heavy meals. It is made with milk, rose syrup, vermicelli, basil seeds, and a scoop of ice cream.
Eid gives us a chance to bring loved ones together at one table, so make sure that your table is filled with amazing food.
Eid Mubarak! Wishing you a happy and delicious celebration!
