Leeds Based Ayah Halal Brings Authentic Chicken Pakora to Abu Bakr Supermarket
By Mo Bhana
At a glance
Leeds-based Ayah Halal is introducing its Speciality Chicken Pakora at Abu Bakr Supermarket, offering a ready-to-cook option made with fresh halal chicken and authentic spices. This product aims to provide a convenient way for families to enjoy traditional chicken pakora at home without lengthy preparation. The launch makes the pakora more accessible to shoppers seeking high-quality halal food that can be quickly prepared.
Leeds-based halal food brand Ayah Halal is bringing authentic chicken pakora to shoppers, with its Speciality Chicken Pakora set to become available at Abu Bakr Supermarket. Made with fresh halal chicken and an authentic blend of spices and ingredients, the new ready-to-cook product has been created to give customers the taste of traditional chicken pakora at home, without the need for lengthy preparation. Priced at £6.99 per pack, Ayah Halal’s Speciality Chicken Pakora is freshly prepared and ready to cook, giving families a convenient way to enjoy authentic, restaurant-style pakora as part of a meal, snack or sharing platter.
The chicken is coated in Ayah Halal’s signature blend before being freshly prepared, creating a flavoursome and crispy pakora while keeping the chicken tender and juicy inside. Customers will also be able to choose their preferred spice level, making the product suitable for those who enjoy a milder flavour as well as those who prefer their pakora with an extra kick. The Speciality Chicken Pakora can be fried or air fried, making it a convenient option for busy families who want to enjoy authentic halal food at home. The product will now be available at Abu Bakr Supermarket, giving shoppers the opportunity to pick up Ayah Halal’s authentic chicken pakora as part of their regular grocery shop.
Hamza Hussain, Managing Director of Abu Bakr Supermarket, said the supermarket was pleased to be bringing the product to its customers.
“Chicken pakora is a firm favourite with our customers, and we’re delighted to be making this authentic product available at Abu Bakr Supermarket. “We know our customers are looking for high-quality halal products that are convenient to prepare at home, and Ayah Halal’s Speciality Chicken Pakora offers exactly that. “It has been carefully prepared with authentic flavours and quality ingredients, and we’re looking forward to seeing our customers enjoy it.”
The Speciality Chicken Pakora forms part of Ayah Halal’s growing range of ready-to-cook products, combining authentic flavours with the convenience of food that is prepared and ready to cook at home. Ayah Halal has developed a range of fresh halal meat, marinated products and ready-to-cook meals, giving customers convenient options for family meals, snacks and entertaining. The launch at Abu Bakr Supermarket will make the Speciality Chicken Pakora more accessible to shoppers looking for an authentic halal food option that can be prepared quickly at home. With chicken pakora remaining a popular choice for family meals, gatherings and evening snacks, Ayah Halal’s new product offers customers a convenient way to enjoy an authentic taste without having to prepare the chicken and spices themselves. The Speciality Chicken Pakora will be available at Abu Bakr Supermarket and through Ayah Halal online.
Editorial insight
Convenience remains a key driver in the UK’s chilled and ready-to-cook food sector, particularly among consumers seeking authentic flavours that fit into busy family routines. The introduction of Ayah Halal’s Speciality Chicken Pakora at Abu Bakr Supermarket reflects continued demand for high-quality, ready-to-cook halal options that cater to both traditional tastes and modern lifestyles.
For shoppers at Abu Bakr Supermarket, the new offering provides a practical solution for enjoying a restaurant-style favourite at home, with the added flexibility of choosing spice levels to suit different preferences. As ready-to-cook halal products become more widely available, local retailers and specialist brands are responding to the growing appetite for authentic, easy-to-prepare meals within Leeds’ diverse communities.
Story ideas and journalist angles
Consumer trendChanging Consumer Preferences in Halal Food Options
Exploration of how the introduction of ready-to-cook halal products, like Ayah Halal's chicken pakora, reflects changing consumer preferences towards convenience in meal preparation while maintaining cultural authenticity.
Target audience trade-industry, consumer-lifestyle Story potential 6/10 Economic impactImpact of Local Businesses on Leeds Economy
Analysis of how Leeds-based businesses like Ayah Halal contribute to the local economy through product innovations and retail partnerships.
Target audience business-finance, regional-news Story potential 7/10Issued by Abu Bakr Supermarket. Distributed by WebPR UK.
About Abu Bakr Supermarket
The story began in 1987, when Abid Hussain, then just 17, took over the family business. With long hours, determination and a hands-on approach, he laid the groundwork for a brand that would go on to become a well-known name across West Yorkshire. A major turning point arrived in 2002. Abid Food Store rebranded as Abu Bakr Supermarkets, signalling both a new identity and an ambition to scale. That same year, the company opened its Queen’s Road store - its first step beyond the original premises and the start of a steady expansion strategy. Further growth followed in 2004 with the Roundhay Road branch, strengthening the brand’s presence in Leeds and giving more families access to its value-driven offering. A decade later, in 2015, Abu Bakr expanded again with its Beeston store, a move that bolstered its community footprint in another busy part of the city. In 2017, the business invested heavily in expanding its product range. Fresh produce, halal meat counters, and an extensive selection of world foods were introduced - a strategic shift that aligned the brand more closely with the needs of the region’s diverse communities and cemented its reputation for global choice at local prices. The company’s momentum continued into the 2020s. In 2022, Abu Bakr Supermarkets opened its Kirkstall branch, bringing its services to a new and vibrant customer base and widening its reach across Leeds. A further store was opened in 2025, in Batley.