Sheer Khurma to Biryani: Your guide to hosting the perfect brunch spread for Eid

Eid is one of the primary festivals celebrated by the Muslim community worldwide Upon sighting the crescent moon the month of Ramadan comes to an end Devotees cherish the monthlong efforts of fasting and praying with a grand feast on the day of Eid Enjoying the Eid meal together with loved ones forms the essence of the festivalWith Eid just a few days away we reached out to the Mumbaikar and home chef Tabassum Rizvi to learn about Mughlai food recipesShe is not only a chef but also an engaging food content creator on the app Moj Rizvi believes that starting brunch with Sheer Khurma is an important ritual It symbolizes the sweetness of the festival and brings a sense of togetherness Additionally kebabs are an important appetizer that supplements unique flavors to the tableFor the main course chana masala and biryani are traditional dishes that are loved by all These dishes have a rich history in the Indian subcontinent and are an integral part of the Eid feast When it comes to ending the meal what could be better than a lipsmacking mango pudding It is not only irresistible but is also a blast of fruity flavors to summarise the festive palate Here is the complete recipe list to host the perfect Eid spreadStart your meal with the sweetness of Sheer Khurma IngredientsFullfat milk 1 literVermicelli 100 gramsSugar 12 cupChopped dates 12 cupChopped almonds 12 cupChopped pistachios 12 cupChopped cashews 12 cupCardamom pods crushed 23Saffron strands 14 tspRose water 1 tbspGhee 1 tbspMethod1 Heat the ghee in a heavybottomed pan on medium heat2 Add the vermicelli and sauteacute for 23 minutes until it turns light brown3 Add the milk to the pan and bring it to a boil4 Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1012 minutes until the vermicelli is cooked and the milk has thickened5 Add the sugar and crushed cardamom pods to the pan and stir well until the sugar dissolves6 Add the chopped dates and saffron strands to the pan and mix well Let it simmer for another 23 minutes7 Add the chopped nuts to the pan and stir well Let it simmer for another minute8 Add the rose water to the pan and mix well Turn off the heat9 Transfer the Sheer Khurma to a serving bowl and garnish with some chopped nuts and saffron strandsServe hot or cold as per your preferenceAdd a twist You can also add some rose petals or edible gold leaf to give it a unique and elegant lookCrispy Chicken Kebabs for startersIngredientsBoneless chicken breast cut into small cubes 500gYogurt 12 cupGingergarlic paste 2 tbspLemon juice 1 tbspCumin powder 1 tspCoriander powder 1 tspGaram masala powder 1 tspRed chili powder 12 tspSalt to tasteOil 2 tbspSkewersMethod1 In a mixing bowl add yogurt gingergarlic paste lemon juice cumin powder coriander powder garam masala powder red chili powder and salt and mix everything together2 Add the chicken cubes to the mixture and coat them well3 Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator4 Thread the chicken cubes onto skewers5 Brush the skewers with oil6 Grill the skewers for 1012 minutes flipping occasionally until the chicken is cooked through7 Serve hot with some mint chutney and onion ringsChanna masala for main courseIngredientsChickpeas soaked overnight and boiled 2 cupsOnions finely chopped 2Tomatoes finely chopped 2Green chili finely chopped 1Gingergarlic paste 1 tspCumin seeds 1 tspCoriander powder 1 tspTurmeric powder 12 tspRed chili powder 12 tspGaram masala powder 1 tspKasuri methi dried fenugreek leaves 1 tbspChopped coriander leaves 14 cupOil 2 tbspSalt to tasteCoconut milk optionalMethod1 Heat oil in a pan on medium heat Add cumin seeds and let them splutter2 Add finely chopped onions and sauteacute until they turn golden brown3 Add gingergarlic paste and green chili to the pan and sauteacute for a minute4 Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they become soft and mushy5 Add coriander powder turmeric powder red chili powder and salt to the pan and mix well6 Add the boiled chickpeas to the pan and stir well7 Add 12 cup water to the pan and let it simmer for 1015 minutes on low heat8 Add garam masala powder kasuri methi and chopped coriander leaves to the pan and mix well9 Let it cook for another 5 minutes on low heat10 Turn off the heat and let the Channa masala sit for a few minutes11 Transfer the Channa masala to a serving bowl and garnish with some chopped coriander leavesAdd a twist You can add some coconut milk to the Channa masala to make it creamier and richer in flavorShowdown with BiryaniIngredientsBonein chicken cut into mediumsized pieces 500gBasmati rice washed and soaked for 30 minutes 2 cupsOnions thinly sliced 2Tomatoes chopped 2Green chilies slit 2Yogurt 14 cupChopped mint leaves 14 cupChopped coriander leaves 14 cupGingergarlic paste 1 tbspCumin seeds 1 tspCoriander powder 1 tspGaram masala powder 1 tspTurmeric powder 12 tspRed chili powder 12 tspGhee or oil 14 cupSalt to tasteWater 2 cupsFor biryani masalaGreen cardamoms 4Cloves 4Cinnamon stick 1inchBay leaf 1Star anise 1Mace 1Black peppercorns 12 tspMethod 1 In a heavybottomed pan heat ghee or oil over medium heat2 Add sliced onions and sauteacute until golden brown Remove half of the onions and keep them aside3 To the same pan add the biryani masala cardamoms cloves cinnamon bay leaf star anise mace and black peppercorns and sauteacute for 30 seconds4 Add gingergarlic paste and green chilies to the pan and sauteacute for 12 minutes5 Add chopped tomatoes and sauteacute until they become soft and mushy6 Add chicken pieces to the pan and stir well7 Add coriander powder garam masala powder turmeric powder red chili powder and salt to the pan and mix well8 Add yogurt chopped mint leaves and chopped coriander leaves to the pan and mix well9 Cook the chicken for 57 minutes until its half cooked Remove from heat and keep aside10 In a large pot bring 2 cups of water to a boil Add soaked rice salt and cumin seeds to the pot and cook until the rice is 7037 done11 Drain the rice and keep it aside12 Preheat the oven to 350degF13 In a large baking dish layer the chicken and rice alternatively Spread the fried onions over the top layer of rice14 Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 3035 minutes15 Once done remove it from the oven and let it rest for 510 minutes before serving16 Serve hot Biryani with a raita salad or any side dish of your choiceWash out the spices with Mango Pudding IngredientsRipe mango pulp from 23 mangoes 2 cupsWhole milk 1 cupHeavy cream 12 cupSugar 12 cupCornstarch 2 tbspVanilla extract 1 tspA pinch of saltSliced mangoes and whipped cream for garnishing optionalMethod1 In a mediumsized saucepan mix together the mango pulp milk heavy cream sugar corn starch vanilla extract and salt2 Whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps3 Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil Keep stirring continuously to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan4 Once the mixture comes to a boil reduce the heat to low and simmer for 57 minutes stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon5 Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature6 Once the mixture has cooled down divide it equally among 4 serving bowls or glasses7 Cover each bowl or glass with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 23 hours until the pudding sets8 Once the pudding is set remove the plastic wrap and garnish with sliced mangoes and whipped cream if desired9 Serve the mango pudding chilled and enjoyAdd a twist You can adjust the sugar quantity according to your taste and the sweetness of the mangoes You can also add a pinch of cardamom powder or saffron for additional flavourRizvi adds that this menu is significant as it not only represents the diversity and richness of the cuisine but also showcases the importance of coming together and celebrating with loved ones It brings people closer and strengthens the bonds of family and friendship The recipes will ideally serve 4 of your loved onesAlso Read Eid Mubarak Mumbairsquos Muslims bring back celebrations with prayer and gatherings