Need Raya Menu Ideas? 16 Hari Raya Recipes Your Family Will Love

Your Hari Raya feast starts here — from traditional favourites to modern crowd-pleasers

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Hari Raya Puasa is right around the corner on Mar 21, 2026, and if you're expecting guests over during the celebrations, why not make them one of these delicious dishes? We've got 16 mouth-watering Hari Raya recipes for you to try, from hearty mains like nasi kerabu and lamb biryani to addictive snacks like cheesy pisang goreng!

1. Malay Chicken Curry

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This fragrant and delicious Malay chicken curry by celebrity chef Rita Zahara inspires warm memories of big dinners with family and friends. Comfort your soul with this succulent, traditional recipe that has been passed on from generation to generation.

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2. Roti Kirai/Jala

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Serve up Roti Kirai, also known as Roti Jala, a kind of Malay crepe that is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Best served with a bit of salad, chilli sauce and chicken curry!

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3. Cheesy Pisang Goreng

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Love bananas, cheese, and chocolate? Have them all together in one tasty dish that's perfect for parties.

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4. Briyani Rice with Fried Chicken and Crispy Flakes

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The crunch and crispiness of the chicken in this recipe helps give a fresh take on your traditional chicken or mutton biryani.

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5. Spiced Prawns

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Great for the Hari Raya season! A Nonya-inspired tweak on your traditional prawn sambal that is quick, simple and downright delicious.

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6. Mixed Satay

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The next time you’re firing up the barbeque, throw on some of these delicious mixed satays!

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7. Tharid (Lamb Stew)

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Perfect for special occasions, tharid is the perfect dish for family reunions and family get togethers!

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8. Nasi Kerabu

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A typical Malay dish, nasi kerabu comprises exotic blue rice with fried fish and vegetables, accompanied by sambal coconut.

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9. Lamb Rendang

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Creamy, spicy and bursting with hints of coconut, this classic lamb rendang is best slow cooked!

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10. Chicken with Lemon and Olives

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Salty, zesty and lemony, this hearty chicken with preserved lemon and olives offers brighter flavours, a respite from all the rich curries.

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11. Ayam Panggang

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Plan ahead for this dish. You can prepare the seasoning one day ahead and it is best to leave marinated chicken overnight for more flavourful results.

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12. Fragrant Lamb Briyani

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A Hari Raya classic, this briyani with fluffy basmati rice and a hearty lamb leg steak is fragrant and so delicious.

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13. Fruity Mango Panna Cotta

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This beautiful panna cotta dessert is sure to delight all mango lovers, and it's surprisingly really easy to make. Serve it up at your next family gathering or dinner party as a refreshing end to the meal.

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14. Santan Durian

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To be enjoyed either hot or cold, this tantalising Malay dessert dish is sure to excite every durian lover!

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15. Coconut Cream Flan With Passion Fruit

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Coconut cream, eggs and milk make a heavenly flan that is topped off with caramelised sugar and zesty passion fruit.

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16. Air Bandung Soda

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This is no ordinary bandung soda recipe. The Malay beverage is given a fizzy twist with celebrity chef Rita Zahara's secret ingredient - ice cream soda!

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This article was published here on Apr 5, 2024 and updated on Mar 14, 2026.

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