HARISSA, HARISA, HARESA ARABIC SEMOLINA CAKE
I was looking for a varition of our families Harissa recipe but was suprised that Zarr did'nt have anything close to what we love to make every Ramadan and special occasion. Us Palestinians love sweets. So here it is and enjoy!
Provided by Faten
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the semolina, the sugar and the butter in a large bowl. Use your hands to corporate the butter with the other ingredients until mixed well.
- Mix the yogurt and the baking soda in a separate bowl.
- Wait a few minutes until the yogurt doubles in size.
- When the yogurt has doubled (or almost)pour the yogurt mix on top of the semolina mix.
- Use your hands again to mix.
- After you combined the two mixes, press the mix down on a small jellyroll pan or a 9x13 pyrex baking dish.
- (The cake mix should not be more then 1 inch thick. If it is bake the cake in a bigger pan or take out the extra and bake it in a separte pan.).
- Cut a diamond or square design in the cake witha butter knife.
- If using almond place one in each piece.
- Bake at 400 degrees for 30min to 45 mins until its a bronze brown color.
- Pour cold syrup on top while its hot so it can absorb all through.
- If using ground pistashios sprinkle a little on top of each square.
- FOR THE SYRUP:.
- Mix all the ingredients for the syrup and place in saucepan on high until it boils. If using citric acid use only the the tip of a teaspoon.
- Then reduce the heat to medium for 45 min to 1 hour until it coats a metal spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 606.9, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 33.2, Sodium 272.2, Carbohydrate 111.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 80.3, Protein 7.4
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Nahid Siddik
[email protected]This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I loved the combination of semolina and orange blossom syrup. It was a perfect dessert for a special occasion.
Berbadr Pakhrin 12 Pakhrin 12
[email protected]I made this cake for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.
Lovely Papu
[email protected]This cake was delicious! The semolina gave it a nice texture and the orange blossom syrup was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this cake again.
amirah roldan
[email protected]This was a good cake, but it was a bit dry. I think I would have liked it better if it had been moister.
Alex Lekander
[email protected]I loved this cake! It was so moist and flavorful. The orange blossom syrup was a perfect addition. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Joyonto Kumar
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it without the orange blossom syrup. Otherwise, it was a good cake.
Md Radoy
[email protected]This was an interesting cake. I've never had anything like it before. The semolina gave it a unique texture and the orange blossom syrup added a subtle sweetness. I would definitely recommend trying this cake if you're looking for something different
Hailey Lizarraga
[email protected]I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was moist and flavorful, and the orange blossom syrup added a special touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.
hayden mould
[email protected]This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I loved the combination of semolina and orange blossom syrup. It was a perfect dessert for a special occasion.
Joshua Hong
[email protected]I was a bit disappointed with this cake. It was dry and lacked flavor. I think I may have overcooked it, so I will try it again with a lower baking temperature.
ebadin Ahmed
[email protected]This was a very good cake. The semolina gave it a nice texture and the orange blossom syrup was a delicious addition. I would definitely make this cake again.
Ayan Fareedi
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great! It was moist and flavorful, and the orange blossom syrup was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Marticia Donaldson
[email protected]This cake was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special dessert.
Marcus Petit Frere
[email protected]I've never had harissa cake before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It was surprisingly easy to make and turned out beautifully. The semolina gave it a unique texture that I really enjoyed.
NelsonM
[email protected]This harissa cake was a hit at my last dinner party! It was so moist and flavorful, and the orange blossom syrup added a lovely touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.