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Egyptian Semolina Dessert (Basbousa) | Delicious & Easy | Without Eggs, Flour or Oil

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Basbousa

Cultural Context

Originating from the Middle East, Basbousa is a beloved semolina cake often enjoyed during celebrations and special occasions. Traditionally, it is soaked in a sweet syrup infused with rose water or orange blossom, giving it a fragrant aroma and moist texture. Today, Basbousa is popular in many countries, including Pakistan, where it is commonly served at weddings and festive gatherings.

PKPKdessert
6 servings
Servings4
3 cups semolina
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup ghee
1/3 cup honey or glucose syrup
1 cup sugar
2 cups water
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla
1 tbsp ghee
1

Combine semolina, sugar, milk, ghee, and honey or glucose syrup in a mixing bowl.

2

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and smooth the top.

3

Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.

4

In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, lemon juice, and vanilla to make the syrup.

5

Bring the syrup to a boil and then simmer until slightly thickened.

6

Once the basbousa is baked, pour the syrup over the hot dessert.

Dietary

dairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

milknuts

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