Muhallabia / Traditional Arabic Pudding Recipe😋😋😋

rose water

🥗Healthier: none

💰Cheaper: none

Rose water is often essential for authentic flavor.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: none

Arrowroot is a natural thickener.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Almonds provide similar crunch at a lower cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: none

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until warm.

Whisk in sugar until dissolved completely.

Combine cornstarch with a small amount of cold milk to create a slurry.

Add the cornstarch slurry to the warm milk, stirring continuously.

Cook the mixture until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in rose water, orange blossom water, and vanilla extract.

Pour the mixture into serving dishes or a large bowl.

Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.

Before serving, sprinkle with crushed pistachios and a dash of cinnamon.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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