Shebakia (moroccan Honey And Almond Semolina Cake)

Shebakia is a traditional Moroccan pastry made of honey, almonds, and semolina. It is a popular treat during special occasions and holidays, especially during Ramadan. The dough is shaped into intricate flower-like designs and then deep-fried before being coated in a fragrant honey syrup.

Shebakia (moroccan Honey And Almond Semolina Cake)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup semolina
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup ground almonds
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground anise seeds
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup orange blossom water
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the semolina, flour, ground almonds, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and anise seeds.
  2. Add the vegetable oil, orange blossom water, and water to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a long rope. Shape the ropes into intricate flower-like designs.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan. Fry the shaped dough until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  5. In a separate pan, heat the honey until warm. Dip the fried pastries in the warm honey, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Deep-frying

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
3g
Fat
11g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Deep frying pan Paper towels Frying pan for heating honey

Tools

Rolling pin Knife for shaping the dough

Serving suggestions

Shebakia is best enjoyed with a cup of Moroccan mint tea.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can also add a pinch of saffron to the honey syrup.

Cost

$10