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Tunisian makroud (date-filled semolina diamonds)

Arabic name مقروض تونسي

Tunisian makroud (date-filled semolina diamonds)

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Ingredients (6)

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Method

  1. Knead the semolina with the smen and a little water into a firm dough.

  2. Fill with date paste and shape into diamonds.

  3. Fry in hot oil until golden, or bake, depending on the variety.

  4. Dip them while hot into hot honey and serve once slightly cooled.