Eid Menu Ideas: Perfect Recipes for a Memorable Celebration

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If you’re seeking Eid menu ideas, you’re in the right place! It is not rare for Eid lunch to become a true feast, with numerous different dishes, desserts, and confectioners. It is interesting that most of the typical dishes from all around the world actually require a whole lot of effort and culinary knowledge, as they are truly complex both preparation and flavor-wise.

I listed some of the best Eid foods from Turkey, Indonesia, Bosnia, Malesia, Palestine, Egypt… Get ready to tour the world! Of course, besides savory dishes, I added a few fantastic desserts – I just couldn’t skip them! Scroll down to check out what I picked for this list!

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Bosnian Burek

Bosnian burek is at the top of this list for a very good reason! It is thin, crunchy dough made from scratch and stuffed with ground beef, onion, and potatoes for a juicer consistency. In the Balkans, there is no Eid without good old burek! 

Burek
Burek is the famous Balkan phyllo pie filled with stuffings. This is a recipe for Bosnian burek with homemade phyllo dough. Use this recipe with any stuffing.
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Old-Fashioned Cabbage Rolls

You can make cabbage rolls with both fresh cabbage and sauerkraut – both options are spectacular! The filling is similar to stuffed peppers (just scroll down for the recipe) with ground beef, white rice, herbs, and spices, all submerged in silky tomato sauce.

Old-Fashioned Cabbage Rolls (Inspired by Nan)
Easy step by step instructions with lots of tips and pictures to make these old-fashioned cabbage rolls. They’re so yummy & get rave reviews!
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Turkish Manti

Turkish manti are certainly a labor of love, but that’s simply what Eid calls for! Everything is made from scratch – the thin dough, ground lamb-based filling, yogurt sauce, caramelized tomato paste, and brown butter sauce. Sounds wonderful, right?!

Turkish Manti
Manti is an extraordinary dish from Turkey: tiny lamb-stuffed dumplings topped with three sauces: caramelized tomato sauce, brown butter sauce, and garlicky yogurt sauce. This recipe will show you how to make authentic Turkish Manti at home.
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Turkish Pide – Flat Bread with Cheese, Spinach and Herbs

I like to call this a Turkish pizza, but (Italians, don’t read this!) even better! The boat-shaped crust is thin, aromatic, and filled with all the different toppings. This is the recipe with spinach and cheese, but you can go with chicken breasts in sauce, ground beef or turkey, egg, fresh cheese, mushrooms…

Turkish Pide – Flat Bread Filled with Cheese, Spinach and Herbs
Pide! A traditional Turkish flatbread. A simple yeasted dough, rolled out into an oval and topped and edged folded in. It is baked until perfectly golden! The pide is crisp on the bottom, and filled with whatever toppings you desire. I have filled mine with mozzarella, feta (beyaz peynir – white cheese) and spinach.
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Stuffed Peppers in Tomato Sauce

If you’re making stuffed peppers without tangy tomato sauce, you’re missing out! These are classic and my favorite – red bell peppers loaded with a mixture of ground beef, white rice, onion, egg, white bread for the texture, and spices for the flavors.

Stuffed Peppers in Tomato Sauce
This is our favorite and best stuffed peppers in tomato sauce recipe – bell peppers stuffed with ground beef and rice and smothered in a smooth and flavorful tomato sauce.
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Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves

Many Mediterranean countries have their own take on this meal, with more or less changes. This is a vegan option – grape leaves filled with short-grain rice, finely chopped tomatoes, green onions, and parsley induced with lemon juice.

Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves
These Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves are a Mediterranean classic recipe made with short grain rice, parsley, tomatoes and onions – my favorite appetizer!
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Stuffed Onions with Sun-Dried Tomato and Hazelnuts

Stuffed onions are indeed a delicate and flavorful dish that demands a whole lot of effort, but hey, it’s Eid! The stuffing is a blend of hazelnuts, couscous, sun-dried tomatoes, vegan feta, sultanas, fresh mint, and vegan cheese – interesting, right?

Stuffed Onions with sun-dried tomato & hazelnuts
These juicy stuffed onions with giant cous-cous, hazelnuts and sun-dried tomatoes are just bursting with flavour – a delicious vegan main course or side
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Ka’ak el Eid – Date Paste Cookies

These unique Eid cookies come from Palestine, and they are stuffed with a whole list of different spices. The final touch is definitely date paste-based dough with cardamom, fennel seeds, and olive oil to round the taste!

Ka’ak el Eid – Palestinian Date Cookies
Looking for a date paste sweet treat to share with family and friends? Learn to make Ka’ak el Eid cookies using my easy to follow recipe.
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Middle Eastern Chicken Pilaf

Chicken pilaf is most definitely not a bland dish! Like any other Middle Eastern dish, this one is overflowing with different spices, from turmeric and cumin over ghee and cardamom to baharat and ginger. The sweet-savory topping is spot on, as well!

Middle Eastern Chicken Pilaf
Hands Down, the best of Chicken Pilaf is the Arab-styled Chicken Pilaf!!! Layers of flavour, Carbs for days and hint of sweetness thanks to the raisins.
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Moroccan Meatballs 

These are not your classic meatballs, as they call for spices signature for Moroccan cuisine: cumin, coriander, and garlic. The flavors are balanced to perfection due to the tangy, slightly acidic tomato-based sauce. Serve them with couscous, plain yogurt, and pita bread!

Moroccan Meatballs | Dinner Recipes
Give this Moroccan meatballs recipe a go. Find more recipes and food ideas over at Tesco Real Food.
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Arabic Lentil Soup

After all these “heavy,” super caloric dishes, you will want something lighter and soothing, so this Arabic lentil soup is perfect for the occasion! Red lentils pair flawlessly with carrots, tomatoes, celery, cilantro, and warm spices like coriander, turmeric, clove, cumin, and cinnamon.

Arabic Lentil Soup – Middle Eastern-inspired
If you are looking for something easy to make for the whole family with just a couple of ingredients, this Arabic Lentil Soup is for you
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Bosnian Pot Stew

Traditional Bosnian stew is cooked in a clay pot because it gives it a special, silky texture and aroma while it is simmering for hours. The best is to use three types of meat (choose fatter cuts) plus tons of veggies like cabbage, carrots, onions, green beans, peas, potatoes, tomatoes, and bell peppers.

Bosnian Pot Stew (Bosanski Lonac)
Bosnian pot stew, or bosanski lonac, is a slow-cooked medley of meats and veggies, perfect for cozy fall and winter days. Experience a taste of history and Bosnia’s rich heritage with each comforting spoonful of this stew.
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Walnut and Yogurt Baklava

This the best easy Greek Walnut Baklava is a joy to make and ev traditional Greek baklava and more delightful to eat. Its rich layers and satisfying crunch make it perfect for any gathering or as a special treat for yourself.

Easy Greek Walnut Baklava
Give this authentic Greek dessert recipe a try for your next festive occasion or when you simply want to indulge in something sweet and satisfying. Your taste buds will thank you!
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Hazelnut and Chocolate Baklava

Baklava is one of the richest desserts you can have – a filo pastry loaded with nuts and dark chocolate, then submerged in syrup. There are so many different filling recipes for baklava, but this is one of my favorite ones!

Layers of Delight {Recipe – Hazelnut and Chocolate Baklava}
FoodNerd shares a recipe for an alternative to Christmas cake, Hazelnut and Chocolate Baklava, including cocoa nibs and hazelnut syrup.
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Kahk El Eid – Egyptian Eid Cookies

These simple cookies are a staple Eid dessert in Egypt. The ingredients are basic, but the secret lies in the addition of kahk essence – a unique blend of different powdered spices. Plus, sesame seeds deepen the flavor even more!

Kahk El Eid Recipe (Egyptian Eid Cookies)
Kahk El Eid is an Egyptian Eid Cookies which served in Eid-el Fitr. They are so soft and fluffy, more like not too sweet sugar cookies.
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Opor Ayam Kuning – Chicken in Turmeric and Coconut Milk

Opor is a traditional Eid dish from Java that consists of chicken submerged in golden-colored turmeric and coconut milk sauce. Besides turmeric, the recipe calls for garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, white pepper, galangal, lemongrass, salam leaves, and cinnamon – as you can see, the flavors are overflowing! 

Opor Ayam Kuning: Chicken in Turmeric & Coconut Milk
Opor ayam, or chicken simmered in turmeric and coconut milk, is a popular dish from Central Java. It is one of our favourite Eid recipes!
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Beef Rendang – Indonesian Beef Stew

This gem from Indonesian cuisine is something you need to prepare at least once! It has two components: rendang paste and beef, with coconut milk and loads of special spices – the selection is truly phenomenal!

Beef Rendang Recipe
This beef rendang recipe is a popular Indonesian dish with flavorful chunks of beef slowly stewed in coconut milk and a wonderful blend of spices.
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Syrian Shakryeh – Lamb and Yogurt Stew

This is definitely a rich-flavored dish, perfect for Eid lunch! Lamb shanks go really well with warm spices like cardamom cloves, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and peppercorns. P.S. The yogurt stew is flawless and just what your palate needs!

Syrian Shakriyeh (Lamb & Yogurt Stew)
This authentic Syrian recipe features tender lamb shanks infused with whole spices, then simmered in a thick and luscious yogurt stew.
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Moroccan Chicken Tagine

This is one of the most aromatic chicken recipes of all time! Pan-seared chicken thighs coated in spices and then simmered in broth, honey, and carrots will be incredibly tender and succulent. Rice is the perfect match for a side dish!

Moroccan Chicken Tagine
TESTED & PERFECTED RECIPES — Chicken tagine is a traditional Moroccan dish of chicken pieces braised with spices, garlic, onion, olives, and preserved lemons. It’s a festive, exotic-tasting dish — perfect for special occasions — but it’s also easy enough to throw together on a weeknight.
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Afghan Bolani – Stuffed Pastry

Crisped-up tortillas loaded with russet potatoes, cream cheese, jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, and spices are something truly special. The ingredients are simple, but the bite is super complex, especially when you pair it with aromatic za’atar yogurt dip!

Afghan Bolani with a Rumi Twist
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, a time of fasting, reflection, and community for Muslims around the world. In Afghanistan, this day is celebrated with unique customs and sumptuous dishes that bring families together. One such beloved dish is Bolani, a traditional stuffed flatbread that has been a staple of Afghan
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Dear cooks, a huge thank you for sharing these fabulous Eid recipes with us! I loved touring all around the world with different dishes!

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