Traditional Eid Dishes from Around the World

5. Doro Wat - Ethiopia

Doro wat is a delicious Ethiopian soup or curry cooked with chicken, and usually eaten with injera bread. Doro wat is usually served as a communal dish to let everyone enjoy a meal together.

6. Lokum - Turkey

Lokum is loosely translated into “Turkish delight”, which is a favorite food during Eid and holidays in Turkey. This gel-shaped dessert is made from a combination of starch, sugar, and other fillings such as dates, pistachios, and walnuts.

Lokum has a great taste and is one of the most beautiful Eid foods as it is made in various colors and textures.

7. Tufahija - Bosnia

Tufahija is a dessert Bosnians enjoy to celebrate the end of the fasting month. This dish is made of boiled apples covered with sugar and filled with walnuts.

Tufahija is often served in large glasses filled with syrup and topped with whipped cream.

8. Manti - Russia

On Eid al-Fitr, Muslims in Russia and Central Asia countries share manti or stuffed meat dumplings with each other. This dish originated in China and is usually filled with seasoned lamb or beef and served in different sizes and shapes depending on the region.

9. Bolani - Afghanistan

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Bolani is one of the dishes that can be enjoyed during Ramadan and is still eaten during Eid and on other special occasions.

10. Lapis legit - Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore

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