Eid-ul-Azha is an important Muslim festival that symbolizes sacrifice and dedication. It is also called Bakra Eid or Bakrid. This year Bakra Eid will be celebrated on June 17, 2024. On this day, Muslims come together to remember the sacrifice made by Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) for God. Devotees offer prayers and enjoy a sumptuous feast in the evening by meeting family and friends. Non-vegetarian dishes, especially mutton, are prepared to mark the occasion and celebrate with loved ones.
What to eat on Bakra Eid?
Mutton dishes are the main attraction of this festival. These delicious dishes showcase the rich flavours and traditional culinary expertise of the community. Decorate your festive table with these popular mutton dishes.
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Here Are 5 Mutton Recipes For Bakrid 2024:
1. Mutton Biryani:
Biryani is one of India’s favourite dishes. And no celebration of Bakra Eid is complete without aromatic and delicious Mutton Biryani. A mixture of aromatic basmati rice, spicy mutton, yogurt and traditional spices are cooked together overnight, making a heavenly dish that pleases the senses. Click here for the recipe of Mutton Biryani.
2. Chapli Kebab:
Chapli Kebab, which originated in Peshawar, is a popular food enjoyed during Bakra Eid. Made with a blend of marinated mutton, eggs, wheat flour, herbs and spices, these aromatic and tender kebabs add a tadka of flavour to your festive platter. Click here for the recipe of Chapli Kebab.
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3. Mutton Korma:
Enjoy delicious Mutton Korma, which has tender pieces of mutton cooked in a spicy gravy. Marinated in yogurt or cream, loaded with a blend of spices and slow-cooked, this dish adds a special charm to the festive occasion. Click here for the recipe of Mutton Korma.
4. Haleem:
Get ready to enjoy Gosht Haleem, a delicious mutton stew made with a unique blend of wheat or barley, minced mutton and lentils. When cooked on low flame for several hours, this dish attains a paste-like consistency that tempts the taste buds with a medley of flavours. Click here for the recipe.
5. Yakhni:
Enjoy the flavours of Kashmir with Mutton Yakhni prepared in yogurt. This light and aromatic mutton dish showcases the subtle flavours of cardamom, cinnamon, bay leaves and a blend of Kashmiri spices, which complements perfectly when served with aromatic rice. Click here for the recipe.
As Bakra Eid 2024 approaches, get ready for a mouth-watering feast with these mutton recipes. Eid Mubarak!
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