How to choose your sacrificial animal? Your smart guide before purchasing.
Eid al-Adha is a season of obedience and goodness, and choosing a sacrificial animal is a great act of worship. However, many people are confused: Which is the best? What's the difference between the types? And is all meat really the same?
In this article, we provide you with a brief and useful guide from Muqaddi , combining Islamic knowledge with experience in selecting the best sacrificial animals.
First: The legal conditions for sacrifice
You must make sure that the sacrifice:
- From livestock (sheep, goats, cows, camels).
- Reached the legal age (sheep over 6 months, and goat over 1 year).
- flawless
- It is slaughtered after the Eid prayer until sunset on the third day of Tashreeq.
At Magadi , we adhere to these conditions strictly, and every sacrifice is slaughtered in licensed slaughterhouses and under veterinary supervision.
Second: Types of sacrifices - Differences in quality and taste
1. Local lamb – the finest type of meat and the best choice for Jizani “mahshoush”
Local lamb meat is beyond repute.
Fatty, tender, and rich in flavor, this is exactly what makes it the first choice for lovers of authentic Jizani Mahshoush.
It is raised in the natural pastures of Jazan, taking its flavor from the earth, its ripeness from the sun, and its softness from the care.
If you're thinking of cooking Mahshoush, be a gourmet and choose the local variety - because it's simply unmatched in terms of freshness and flavor, and leaves the pot smelling delicious.
Available in 3 weights :
- Small: 10–12 kg
- Average: 13–15 kg
- Large: 16–18 kg
2. Rafidi lamb - local taste at a lower price
- A hybrid between the local and the Berber.
- It tastes very close to the local one.
- A smart choice for those who want quality and a balanced price.
3. Sawakni lamb – mild flavor and reasonable price
- He is originally Sudanese, but he improved a lot after being raised in Saudi Arabia.
- Its meat is tender and low in fat, excellent for cooking.
- Suitable for daily consumption, less ideal for long-term storage.
4. Somali Goat – For Grill Lovers
- Its meat is juicy and lean, ideal for kabsa and grills.
- Low in fat and delicious after local breeding.
- Suitable for small families and medium budgets.
5. Barbary sheep – an economical choice
- It is white in color with colored head and legs. Its meat is good after being raised in Saudi Arabia.
- Less luxurious than the local and the Rafidi.
- Not suitable for long-term storage, but an excellent choice for those looking for a lower-priced sacrifice.
Third: Why choose Magadi ?
- Various options for every budget.
- Quality guaranteed from pasture to delivery.
- Professionally prepared and delivered clean and packaged.
- Easy online booking and payment.
Conclusion: Sacrifice is an act of worship... and choosing it is a responsibility.
At Magadhi , we help you choose the most suitable sacrifice for you, and we guarantee your peace of mind every step of the way—from your reservation to the moment you receive it.
Book your sacrifice now, and be prepared for an Eid that will make you proud.