Ideas for Eid dinner
The month of Ramadan is followed by festival of Eid-ul-Fitr. This festival is celebrated in order to mark the end of the Ramadan month on a three day basis. Eid is an occasion wherein Islamic community people express their commitment and happiness towards their community. They begin the Eid by wearing new clothes and attending prayers and making supplements (Dua). The prayers are followed by feasting on food, fellowship and fun. There are various delicacies associated with Eid the most famous ones are Biryani and Seviyan (vermicelli broth). Here are some ideas;
Traditional culinary:
There are various traditional dishes associated with the Eid. It is also traditionally followed that the near and dear ones are invited for traditional meals during Eid. Few of the dishes which can be prepared are murgh mussalam (masala chicken), haleem (mutton seasoned with garam marlasla) tabouli, and Biryani (seasoned rice), shahi tukda and so on. You can prepare one of these dishes and serve your family and friends.
Preparation and decoration:
There are various ways through which one can serve and treat their guests in their home on the occasion of Eid. Start by cleaning your home and making it smell fresh and aromatic. You can either hire a cook or make the traditional meal by yourself. The table should be appropriately laid and decorated with the best of dinnerware. Additional food like salads and other sweetmeats can also be served.
Decide the menu:
One can prepare seasonal meals during Eid which can include an assortment of fruits, cheese and home-made items. You can decide the menu based on the thematic dinner or discuss with your dear ones about their favourite food. The menu can also include other cuisines apart from just the traditional feast. One can get the recipes of their desired cuisines online. Ensure that you serve cold drinks like rooh hafza, and not alcoholic drinks alongside the halal food.
Few Eid culinary:
Shahi Korma; for recipe: http://www.recipedose.com/2010/08/shahi-korma.html
Pan Fried Steak; for recipe: http://www.recipedose.com/2010/08/pan-fried-steak.html
Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe; for recipe: http://www.recipedose.com/2010/08/chicken-tetrazzini-recipe.html
Malai Kofta; for recipe: http://www.recipedose.com/2010/07/malai-kofta.html
Chicken Pilaf; for recipe: http://www.recipedose.com/2009/08/chicken-pilaf.html
