Popular arabian dessert /lebanese nights /layali lubnan /arabic dessert /

rose water

Substituting with orange blossom water offers a similar floral flavor.

semolina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Prepare sugar syrup by combining 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a pot and bring to a boil.

Add 1/2 tablespoon blossom water and 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice to the boiling syrup and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

In a separate pot, combine 2 cups full-fat milk, 1/2 cup semolina, and 1/4 cup brown sugar.

Add 1/2 tablespoon blossom water and mix well before heating.

Cook the mixture on medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens.

Reduce heat and cook for an additional 5 minutes until thickened further.

Pour the thickened mixture into a tray and spread evenly.

Allow the mixture to cool before adding the cream topping.

In a bowl, whip 1 cup of whipping cream until soft peaks form.

Spread the whipped cream over the cooled semolina base and smooth it out.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set.

Garnish with pistachios and dry roasted nuts before serving.

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