10 Hari Raya Haji Recipes You'll Love
Welcome your guests with a spread of traditional foods for this year's much-anticipated Haji
Looking forward to Hari Raya Haji (July 30)? That's no surprise, considering how Puasa took place during Circuit Breaker, cancelling any plans of big family gatherings. Experience the joviality you missed with this year's Haji, which is expected to be a little bigger (and of course, a little more special) with a spread of delicious food. They can also be whipped up in no time! Here are 10 recipes we picked that will surely wow visiting family and friends:
The distinctive fragrance of celebrity chef Rita Zahara’s delicious chicken curry inspires warm memories of big dinners with family and friends – fitting for Hari Raya Haji. Comfort your soul with this succulent, traditional recipe that has been passed on from generations.
Epok Epok, or curry puff, is a favourite snack and this recipe is perfect for parties. Take a guide from Chef Ambrose Poh of Allspice Institute cooking school to learn how to make this scrumptious treat for the festivity. It’s surprisingly easy!
If you're short of time, the quintessential nasi lemak should do the trick. Satisfy your guests with aromatic coconut rice and addictive sambal chilli in an hour – nasi lemak fan or not, everyone would fall in love with its simplicity.
This tender, slow-cooked beef rendang develops deep, complex spice flavours as it simmers away. It is best served with fragrant basmati rice, or you can accompany it with naan or roti to soak up all the sauce.
A twist on the traditional Indonesian dish, Sayur Lodeh (mixed vegetable coconut broth), this spicy version has added butter chicken, and makes a hearty, one-pot meal for the whole family. You'll be glad there's enough for seconds!
Sate Lilit is a satay variant in Indonesia, originating from Balinese cuisine. Fairly easy to make, this version is made with just minced chicken. On top of that, make your own peanut sauce and rempah to go with this handy snack.
Roti Kirai, also known as Roti Jala, are delicate crepes that can make for a good nibble if family and friends have already had their meal. Prep some salad, chilli sauce and chicken curry for something rich to go with.
While Roti John is commonly enjoyed as breakfast, no one's stopping you from having it throughout the day – especially if you need a refuel from all the preparations, or from tending to visiting guests. Whip up this street food that'll help you from feeling peckish – with a mouthful of flavourful sardine to spice up your day!
Delicious pandan-infused crepes stuffed with sweet coconut soaked in palm sugar, Kueh Dadar is a traditional Malay recipe and a Nonya favourite. Try making these small rolls of sweetness and share them with tea and coffee for the complete experience.