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Basbousa

Cultural Context

Originating from the Middle East, Basbousa is a beloved semolina cake often enjoyed during celebrations and special occasions. Traditionally, it is soaked in a sweet syrup infused with rose water or orange blossom, giving it a fragrant aroma and moist texture. Today, Basbousa is popular in many countries, including Pakistan, where it is commonly served at weddings and festive gatherings.

PKPKdessert
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup + 1/3 cup semolina
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup refined oil or melted butter
1/2 cup coconut powder
1 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla essence
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1 lemon slice
1 tsp rose water (optional)
1

Mix semolina, powdered sugar, refined oil (or melted butter), coconut powder, milk, vanilla essence, and baking powder in a bowl until well combined.

2

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.

3

Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown and set.

4

In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, lemon slice, and rose water to make the sugar syrup; bring to a boil and simmer until slightly thickened.

5

Once the basbousa is baked, pour the sugar syrup over it while it's still hot.

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milknuts

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