Vegan Sahlab / Salep Recipe (Easy)

sahlab powder

🥗Healthier: ground almonds

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Ground almonds can mimic the texture, while cornstarch is a cost-effective thickener.

plant-based milk

🥗Healthier: oat milk

💰Cheaper: water

Oat milk is creamier, while water reduces cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Maple syrup adds flavor, honey is often cheaper.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: none

Fresh fruit can provide a fresher taste.

Add 3 cups of coconut milk to a saucepan.

Mix in 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until well combined to avoid lumps.

Add 3 tablespoons of plain white sugar and a couple of drops of rose water to the mixture.

Whisk the mixture together until smooth.

Heat the mixture, stirring continuously until it thickens to a gluey texture.

Once thickened, turn off the heat and let it cool slightly while continuing to stir.

Plate the thickened sahlab into serving cups.

Sprinkle cinnamon, desiccated coconut, and chopped walnuts (or pistachios) on top as decorations.

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