Ramadan 2025: Must-try Mughlai recipes for a regal Iftar

New Delhi: Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection, devotion, and togetherness. It is a period of fasting, but also of indulgence in delicious meals enjoyed after a long day of restraint. Each Roza is celebrated with Iftar, a feast that brings families and friends together to savour an array of delightful dishes. Mughlai cuisine, known for its rich flavours, aromatic spices, and royal heritage, is the perfect indulgence for Iftar.

This Ramadan 2025, elevate your celebrations with three must-try Mughlai dishes that seamlessly blend tradition with irresistible taste. Here are three simple yet exquisite dishes to try at home—ideal for anyone who loves Mughlai flavours. All you need is a passion for cooking and the finest ingredients to create dishes that will be cherished during Iftar, whether with family or at a gathering with loved ones.

Mughlai Recipes for Iftar

1. Murgh Musallam

Ingredients

For the Marinade:

• 1 whole chicken
• ½ cup yoghurt
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt to taste

For the Stuffing:

• 2 boiled eggs, peeled
• ½ cup minced chicken or mutton
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp black pepper powder

For the Gravy:

• 2 onions, finely sliced
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• ½ cup tomato purée
• ½ cup fresh cream
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp cardamom powder
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1 cup chicken stock or water

Instructions

• Clean the chicken thoroughly, make deep slits, and coat it with the marinade ingredients. Allow it to rest for at least 4 hours.
• Heat ghee in a pan, sauté the onions, then add the minced chicken, spices, and boiled eggs. Cook for a few minutes.
• Stuff this mixture into the chicken cavity and secure it with a thread.
• In a large pan, heat ghee and sauté the sliced onions until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until aromatic.
• Stir in the tomato purée and spices, cooking until the oil separates.
• Place the stuffed chicken in the pan and sear it for 5–7 minutes.
• Add chicken stock, cover, and cook on low heat for 45–50 minutes, turning occasionally.
• Once cooked, drizzle with fresh cream and garnish with coriander leaves. Serve hot with naan or pulao.

2. Mughlai Paratha

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp ghee
• ½ tsp salt
• Water as needed

For the Filling:

• ½ cup minced chicken or mutton
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp garam masala
• ½ tsp black pepper powder
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
• Salt to taste

Instructions

• Mix flour, ghee, salt, and water to form a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
• Heat ghee in a pan, sauté the onions, then add the minced meat and spices. Cook until the meat is fully done.
• Roll out a portion of the dough into a thin sheet.
• Place the filling in the centre, pour some beaten egg over it, and fold into a square.
• Heat oil in a pan and shallow-fry the paratha until golden brown on both sides.
• Cut into quarters and serve hot.

3. Sheer Khurma

Ingredients

• 1 litre full-fat milk
• ¼ cup vermicelli
• 5–6 dates, chopped
• ¼ cup sugar
• 10–12 almonds, chopped
• 10–12 cashews, chopped
• 10–12 pistachios, chopped
• 1 tsp ghee
• ½ tsp cardamom powder
• 1 tbsp rose water

Instructions

• Heat ghee in a pan and roast the vermicelli until golden brown.
• In a separate pan, bring the milk to a boil, then simmer until slightly thickened.
• Add the roasted vermicelli, chopped dates, sugar, and nuts. Stir well and cook until the mixture thickens.
• Stir in the cardamom powder and rose water, then cook for another 2–3 minutes.
• Garnish with extra nuts and serve warm or chilled.

These Mughlai dishes not only capture the grandeur of the Mughal era but also add a festive charm to your Ramadan celebrations. Try these recipes to experience a royal feast filled with warmth, joy, and unforgettable flavours.

 This Ramadan, indulge in a royal Iftar with three exquisite Mughlai dishes—Murgh Musallam, Mughlai Paratha, and Sheer Khurma. Easy, flavourful, and perfect for celebrating with loved ones.  Food & Drink Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips