Easy Mahalabiya - Makanan Arab Mesir

Easy Mahalabiya

Submitted By: Marwa El Odessi - Canada

Arabic Cuisine

Easy Mahalabiya (Milk pudding) recipe. Mahalabiya, mahalabia, muhalabia or mahallabiyya is a favorite desserts dish both in summer and winter, especially liked by children.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 qt. milk
• 1/4 cup pounded rice
• 3/4 cup water
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon ma'ez zahr (orange blossom essence)
• 1/4 cup chopped blanched almonds and skinned pistachio nuts

PREPARATION

1. Mix rice with water and add to milk which has been brought to a boil.
2. Stir and cook until thickened and then add sugar.
3. Continue cooking and stirring until mixture coats the spoon.
4. Add flavorings and boil a few minutes longer.
5. Pour into individual serving dishes and decorate with chopped nuts.