Meghle & Mhallabiyeh: Traditional Lebanese Desserts (How It's Made) Simple Do-It-Yourself Recipes!

rice flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Almond flour adds a nutty flavor while cornstarch thickens at a lower cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

orange blossom water

🥗Healthier: rose water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Rose water provides a floral note, while vanilla is more accessible.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: oats

Seeds add crunch and nutrition, while oats are budget-friendly.

Combine fine ground rice and water in a saucepan, whisking until smooth.

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

Add sugar, aniseed, cinnamon, and caraway, stirring until fully incorporated.

Remove from heat and pour the mixture into serving dishes or bowls.

Allow to cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.

Once set, garnish with chopped nuts and coconut flakes before serving.

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