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Baksan

Cultural Context

Baksan is a traditional Kuwaiti dish that reflects the rich culinary heritage of the Gulf region. Often prepared for special occasions and family gatherings, it showcases the use of fragrant spices and tender meats, symbolizing hospitality and abundance. In modern times, variations of Baksan can be found across the Middle East, with each region adding its unique twist to the dish.

KuwaitiKWmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 glass all-purpose flour
1 glass sugar
1.5 glass oil
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon cardamom powder
5 eggs
a pinch of saffron
sesame seeds

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

spices

🥗Healthier: herbs

💰Cheaper: mixed seasoning

Herbs provide fresh flavor with fewer calories.

broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable stock offers flavor without meat.

1

Take 1 glass of all-purpose flour in a bowl.

2

Add 1 glass of sugar to the same bowl.

3

Pour in 1.5 glass of oil.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of baking powder.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of cardamom powder.

6

Crack 5 eggs and add them to the mixture.

7

Mix all the ingredients well using a cake mixer.

8

Add a pinch of saffron and mix again.

9

Gradually add 1 glass of all-purpose flour and mix well for about 5 minutes.

10

Grease a glass baking dish with oil and sprinkle sesame seeds on it.

11

Pour the prepared batter into the dish evenly.

12

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds on top.

13

Preheat the oven and bake until golden brown, checking in between.

14

Once baked, let it cool and cut the edges neatly.

15

Cut into desired sizes and serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringsteaming

Equipment Needed

glass baking dishcake mixermeasuring cupmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

BaksaanBaksaan Kuwaiti

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