Traditional foods in the Muslim culture

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                   Food essentials of a Muslim Household


Traditional foods are those foods that are passed from generation to generation. They have traditional speciality and also traditional importance in each culture. Traditional dishes can be historical examples for national, regional and local cuisine. Traditional foods are no longer limited to households but traditional food has also started in restaurants and hotels. Traditional food is more nutrient rich and has a history of a particular culture. 

1. Biryani:

The traditional food Biryani was originated in Persia there are double layer of rice. It is made with Indian spices and is cooked on special occasions like Eid. In majority of the wedding’s biryani is the main course. Now a days there are so many variations in biryani like seekh biryani, chilli biryani, tikka biryani and etc. 





                                                      2. Sheer Khurma:

It was originated in Iran and Afghanistan. It is a sweet traditional dish prepared by Muslims which is an especially made on Eidul-fitr and Eid-al-adha. It is basically a milk pudding made from a lot of dry fruit and the main ingredient is vermicelli. It is served in the morning after the Eid prayers. Depending on the taste of people and the region raisins, rose water, cardamom are added accordingly.




3. Haleem:


Haleem is a type of stew which is made from wheat and barley. I remember this dish because my grandmother used to cook haleem and it was so delicious. It also has a lot of nutrition as it is made with wheat, barley, meat, chicken, etc. My mother still cooks this dish and carries the tradition of my grandmother. 
As traditional food is cooked at restaurants also but there is a lot of difference in the taste and the way they cook. They try to add their own taste and the essence of traditional food diminishes. Traditional food is not only about making food that our forefathers used to cook but it also helps us to keep their taste, the way they cook, and culture alive.  

References:
https://foodiewish.com/food-culture/top-7-indian-traditional-food/
https://mymasalabox.in/sheer-khurma/
https://www.thedeliciouscrescent.com/haleem-recipe/
https://food.ndtv.com/recipe-haleem-738250
https://www.shellyfoodspot.com/how-to-make-sheer-khurma/
https://www.britannica.com/topic/biryani 

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Munazza Shaikh
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