#arabicsweet#homemadedessert#itsmorefuninthekitchen|How to make Arabic Elba Sweet (Qatari sweet)

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water offers a floral note at a lower cost.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and budget-friendly.

Boil water in a large pot over medium heat.

Add sugar to boiling water and stir until dissolved.

In a separate pan, heat ghee over medium heat until melted.

Add semolina to the ghee and toast until golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in baking powder and cardamom, mixing well.

Gradually pour the sugar syrup into the semolina mixture, stirring continuously.

Cook the mixture over low heat until it thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

Add rose water, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, mixing until combined.

Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and smooth the top.

Allow to cool completely at room temperature.

Once cooled, cut into squares or diamonds.

Garnish with coconut flakes, pistachios, and almonds before serving.

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