25 Eid al-Fitr Recipes for Your Eid Feast

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25 Eid al-Fitr Recipes for Your Eid Feast1/25 Baklava 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Baklava is a traditional Middle Eastern pastry made with flaky phyllo dough, chopped nuts and sweet honey. This dessert is very rich, so one pan goes a long way. —Judy Losecco, Buffalo, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 baklava triangle: 271 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Few pastries embody the celebratory nature

of Eid al-Fitr like baklava

of Eid al-Fitr like baklava. You’ll find them at Eid al-Fitr celebration meals from Turkey to India and everywhere in between. The pastry is nutty, indulgent, syrupy and flaky, and its aromas can be adjusted to suit your taste. Try adding rose water, orange blossom or lemon juice to the syrup or making variations like cashew baklava. 2/25 Chicken Biryani 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Biryani Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This South Asian dish layers chicken, basmati rice and onions in

This spice-laden rice dish is an essential Eid recipe in South Asia

a large pot, slowly cooking the ingredients until the flavors seep through every bit. Pair it with its popular side—cucumber and red onion salad—for a fully satisfying meal. —Anikah Shaokat, New York City, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 378 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 1076mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. This spice-laden rice dish is an essential Eid recipe in South Asia. Our biryani recipe makes 12 servings, so it’s a perfect meal if you’re hosting a lot of guests. Of course, you can also freeze the leftovers if you end up

with too much food

with too much food. 3/25 Sheet-Pan Tandoori Chicken 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Easy Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This tandoori chicken recipe is easy for weeknights since it bakes in one pan, but it is also special enough for guests. The best part? There isn’t much to clean up when dinner is over! —Anwar Khan, Iriving, Texas Nutrition Facts: 2 chicken thighs with 1 cup sweet potatoes and 4 tomatoes: 589 calories, 27g fat (9g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 187mg sodium, 29g

carbohydrate (13g sugars, 6g fiber), 52g protein

carbohydrate (13g sugars, 6g fiber), 52g protein. A staple in Indian cuisine, tandoori chicken began to gain global popularity in the mid-20th century as Indian recipes were introduced in Western countries. Muslim countries all over the world make some version of this dish for festive occasions like Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. 4/25 Pear and Pomegranate Lamb Tagine Test Kitchen Approved Pear and Pomegranate Lamb Tagine Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 6 hours 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pomegranate, pear and orange go together so well that

I decided to use them to prepare a Middle Eastern-themed tagine with lamb

I decided to use them to prepare a Middle Eastern-themed tagine with lamb. This tastes delicious served over couscous, polenta or cauliflower mashed with feta cheese. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1/2 lamb shank with 1 cup shallot mixture: 438 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 680mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 5g fiber), 31g protein. In Morocco and other North African Muslim countries, tagines (aka tajins) are the epitome of a celebratory meal. They can be made with meat or vegetables. This recipe focuses on lamb and includes fruit and nuts for a festive touch.

Either way, serve the saucy dish over couscous or plain rice

If lamb isn’t to your taste, try making tangerine chicken tagine or slow-cooker chickpea tagine. Either way, serve the saucy dish over couscous or plain rice. 5/25 Stuffed Dates 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Stuffed Dates Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Four ingredients are all you need for these citrus-flavored stuffed dates. —Diana Debruyn, Cincinnati, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 3 stuffed dates: 102 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 37mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges:

1 fruit, 1/2 fat

1 fruit, 1/2 fat. Dates are a significant Ramadan food used to break one’s daily fast, and they’re similarly important to Eid al-Fitr feasts. You can serve them plain, stuff them with walnuts or fill them with sweetened cream cheese as we do in this recipe (although I also like a creamy, savory blue cheese filling). For a more indulgent version, try making chocolate-covered dates. 6/25 Gulab Jamun Test Kitchen Approved ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Medium Total Time 35 min Servings about 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If there is one dessert

Patience is key when making these deep-fried dough balls

that you can find at all Indian weddings, parties and festivals, it’s gulab jamun. Patience is key when making these deep-fried dough balls. But it’s worth it. —Srividhya Gopalakrishnan, Hayward, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece with syrup: 113 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 32mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. Gulab jamun is an Indian dessert made by soaking deep-fried doughnut balls in rose water syrup. Fried sweets and the aroma of roses are beloved in the Muslim world, and this sweet treat would be a perfect addition to your Eid al-Fitr table. 7/25

Mango lassi is a sweet and refreshing treat that needs only six ingredients!

Mango Lassi 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Easy Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Learn how to make mango lassi, the perfect summer drink any mango lover will love. Mango lassi is a sweet and refreshing treat that needs only six ingredients! —Namrata Telugu, Terre Haute, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 226 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 73mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Ramadan is a month of fasting, and beverages are important for staying hydrated. Refreshing beverages are a

must when breaking the fast and entertaining guests for Eid al-Fitr. Tea, coffee, cordials and nonalcoholic cocktails are welcome, and this tangy mango lassi with cardamom fits all the requirements for an Eid drink. 8/25 Ma’amoul 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Maureen Abood for Taste of Home Skill Level Medium Total Time 10 min Go to Recipe Ma’amoul is a beloved holiday cookie throughout the Middle East. The treats are enjoyed by Christians after fasting during Lent and by Muslims during Eid al-Fitr feasts. The cookie dough combines aromatic rose and orange blossom water with butter, semolina and flour. The

filling is usually made with dates, but dried figs or toasted nuts also work

filling is usually made with dates, but dried figs or toasted nuts also work. 9/25 Malai Kofta TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Medium Total Time 55 min Servings 20 kofta (4 cups gravy) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Learn how to make malai kofta! This popular Indian recipe consists of delicious potato and cheese balls in a velvety tomato-based curry sauce. The air fryer lightens up the traditionally deep-fried dumplings, while the pressure cooker makes putting together the curry sauce effortless. —Soniya Saluja, The Belly Rules the Mind Nutrition Facts: 4 kofta with about 3/4 cup gravy: 442

Like many holidays, an Eid al-Fitr celebration meal can be heavy with meat

calories, 26g fat (13g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 4g fiber), 16g protein. Like many holidays, an Eid al-Fitr celebration meal can be heavy with meat. For a vegetarian (or vegan) dish, try making creamy malai kofta, a meatless “meatball” made with potatoes and paneer cheese. The meatballs are air-fried until golden brown and served with a rich and spicy sauce. 10/25 Fattoush Salad Test Kitchen Approved Audrey Rompon for Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings. Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This type of bread salad

is very popular in the Middle East

is very popular in the Middle East. It uses sumac, which is a distinctive spice that adds an acidic flavor to dishes, as does lemon juice. —Stephanie Khio, Bloomingdale, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 200 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 436mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 fat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch. Fattoush is a bread salad originally from Syria, but it’s popular throughout the Levant region. It was created to give a second life to stale bread by frying it and mixing it with fresh vegetables and herbs. With its

distinctly tart sumac character and refreshing crunch from the salad ingredients, fattoush has earned a place on the Eid cuisine table. 11/25 Moroccan Chickpea Stew 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Moroccan Chickpea Stew Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I’m invited to a potluck, I easily double or triple this healthy Moroccan chickpea stew to treat the crowd to an exotic dish of enticing, bold flavors. —Heather Demeritte, Scottsdale, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 217 calories, 6g fat

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