Eid al-Adha 2023: Seviyan to shahi tukda, indulge your taste buds with delectable dishes

Eid al-Adha will be celebrated in India on June 29. Alongside traditional customs and practices, delectable sweets play a central role in this joyous occasion. Seviyan, a staple sweet made during Eid al-Adha, holds a special place on this festival. However, re are several or delightful confectionery items that people can add to ir festive spread and savour flavour of this auspicious festival. 

3 things you need to kw

• Delicious sweets like Baklava, Kunafa and Sahi Tukada are an integral part of festive spread, offering a blend of delightful flavours and textures.
• Stuffed dates and Ma'amoul are traditional treats enjoyed during Eid al-Adha. 
• se sweet delicacies t only satisfy sweet tooth but also foster feeling of togerness and gratitude.

Baklava

Baklava, a popular Middle Eastern pastry, tops list of must-have sweets during Eid al-Adha. This rich and indulgent dessert consists of layers of paper-thin phyllo dough filled with a mixture of chopped nuts and is sweetened with honey or syrup. contrasting textures of flaky pastry and crunchy nuts make Baklava an irresistible treat. 

(Baklava, a popular Middle Eastern pastry, tops list of must-have sweets during Eid al-Adha | Im: Shutterstock)

Kunafa

Kunafa, ar popular Middle Eastern dessert, is a delightful combination of shredded phyllo dough, melted cheese, and a drizzle of rosewater syrup.  cheese melts into a creamy goodness while pastry turns golden and crispy in oven, creating a heavenly dessert that captivates taste buds. 

(Ar beloved dessert is Kunafa | Im: Shutterstock)

Shahi tukda

Shahi Tukda, also kwn as double ka meetha, is liked by those with a sweet tooth. This dessert is made with bread slices soaked in thickened milk, flavoured with cardamom, saffron and garnished with nuts and raisins. Shahi Tukda offers a delightful blend of textures and flavours, making it a perfect addition to Eid al-Adha dessert table. 

(Sahi Tukada is a traditional Indian sweet dish that originates from Hyderabad | Im: Shutterstock)

Stuffed dates

Stuffed dates are a traditional delicacy that symbolise bountiful blessings of Eid. se dates are carefully pitted and filled with a variety of delectable ingredients such as nuts, coconuts, marzipan or even chocolate. combination of natural sweetness from dates and added filling creates a delightful burst of flavours with every bite. 

(Stuffed dates are ar popular choice during Eid al-Adha | Im: Shutterstock)

Ma’amoul

Ma’amoul, a pastry filled with dates or nuts, is a popular dessert in many Middle Eastern countries during Eid al-Adha. se small, semolina-based pastries are often moulded into beautiful shapes and are infused with fragrant ingredients like rosewater and orange blossom water. Ma’amoul is a delightful treat that is both visually appealing and scrumptious. 

(Ma'amoul, a traditional Middle Eastern pastry, is often prepared during Eid al-Adha | Im: Shutterstock)

During Eid al-Adha, sweet delicacies listed above bring families and friends toger. It is an occasion to share joy, offer prayers and seek blessings. se treats t only satisfy sweet tooth but also symbolise spirit of togerness and gratitude.