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Hira Dessert with Walnuts

Cultural Context

Hira dessert, a traditional Middle Eastern sweet, is cherished for its rich flavors and textures. Often made during festive occasions, it combines semolina, nuts, and aromatic spices, reflecting the region's culinary heritage. Today, variations exist across cultures, with each family adding their unique twist, making it a beloved treat worldwide.

Middle EasternTRdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 eggs
250 ml of yoghurt
250 ml of oil
600 grams of flour
2 packets of baking powder (20 gram)
70 grams of Semolina
150 grams of walnuts
700 grams of sugar
800 ml of water

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is plant-based and lower in saturated fat.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide similar texture with less cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness with unique flavor.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water has a similar floral note.

1

Prepare 20 meringues for large portions.

2

Stir to dissolve the sugar in 800 ml of water.

3

Add 700 grams of sugar to the water and stir until dissolved.

4

In a separate bowl, combine 600 grams of flour, 250 ml of oil, and 250 ml of yoghurt with 2 eggs and 2 packets of baking powder.

5

Cook the mixture for 30-35 minutes at 170 degrees Celsius.

6

After cooking, let the dessert rest for 10 minutes before pouring the syrup over it.

7

Cover the dessert and let it rest for 1-2 hours.

8

Decorate the dessert that draws the syrup.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstirringsimmering

Equipment Needed

ovenbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

HiraHira HalwaWalnut Hira

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