Basbousa is a Semolina dessert that will remind you of Sooji ka Halwa. Who does not love Arabic food ? The popular dishes from the Middle East such as hummus , kababs, falafel and shawarmas are ...

This humble semolina cake from the Middle Eastern region is a must during Iftar celebrations during the holy month of Ramadan. The cake is also known as Revani in Turkey, Namoura in Lebanon, Shamali ...

Basbousa also known as Hereessa is a traditional dessert from the Middle East which is made up of Semolina drenched in sugar syrup. Serve after a complete full-fledged meal or as an evening snack with ...

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This is a very quick and easy sweet that is usually served with coffee when visitors were over but could easily be a dessert. To make syrup: Combine sugar, water and lemon juice in a saucepan and cook ...

Fans of coconut and custard will love this take on the traditional Egyptian basbousa pudding by Aalia's Paul Farag. “Traditionally, basbousa is a very dry semolina cake that’s drenched in sugar syrup ...

Devoted foodies and restaurant newbies love Foobooz. Sign up now for our twice weekly newsletter. Pastries, cakes, cookies and confections are crucial to the Middle Eastern spread. Here, three ...

This is Paul's take on the classic basbousa. Instead of soaking the dessert in sugar syrup after baking, he combines it with the dry ingredients to make a simple batter and bakes just like a cake.

Mix all the above ingredients, except the table cream, in a glass bowl. Once everything is combined pour the mixture into a casserole or baking tray. Put the table cream in a piping bag or ziplock bag ...