Awwameh Middle Eastern Dessert Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Awwameh is a popular Middle Eastern dessert that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. These small, deep-fried dough balls are soaked in a sweet syrup, flavored with rosewater or orange blossom water. They are often served warm and garnished with pistachios or sesame seeds. Awwameh is a delightful treat that is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet ending to a meal.

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Ingredients for Awwameh Middle Eastern Dessert Recipe

  • 1 cup All Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Instant Yeast
  • 1/2 tablespoon Sugar
  • 0.13 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Warm Water
  • as required Oil For Frying
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/2 tablespoon Rosewater Or Orange Blossom Water
  • as per your need Pistachios Or Sesame Seeds For Garnish

Directions: Awwameh Middle Eastern Dessert Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large bowl, mix together flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
  • STEP 2.Gradually add warm water to the mixture and knead until a soft dough forms.
  • STEP 3.Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise for about 1 hour.
  • STEP 4.Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer.
  • STEP 5.Take small portions of the dough and shape them into small balls.
  • STEP 6.Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
  • STEP 7.Remove the fried dough balls from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
  • STEP 8.In a separate saucepan, prepare the syrup by combining sugar, water, and rosewater or orange blossom water.
  • STEP 9.Bring the syrup to a boil and let it simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
  • STEP 10.Add the fried dough balls to the syrup and let them soak for a few minutes.
  • STEP 11.Serve the awwameh warm, garnished with pistachios or sesame seeds.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the dough balls to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
  • You can test the oil temperature by dropping a small piece of dough into the oil. If it sizzles and rises to the surface quickly, the oil is ready.
  • Be careful when handling the hot syrup to avoid burns.
  • For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cardamom or cinnamon to the syrup.

Storage and Serving

  • Awwameh is best served warm and fresh.
  • If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • To reheat, place the awwameh in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes until warm.
  • Serve the awwameh as a dessert or a sweet snack.
Nutrition
value
1138
calories per serving
49 g Fat11 g Protein165 g Carbs6 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    49g
  • Protein
    11g
  • Carbs
    165g
  • Fiber
    6g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    165g
  • Protein
    11g
  • Fiber
    6g

Fats

  • Fat
    49g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    41mg
  • Iron
    6mg
  • Vitamin A
    4mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    5mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    85mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    1mg
  • Vitamin E
    4mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    57mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    240mg
  • Selenium
    23mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp