Tunisian masfouf (sweet couscous with dates and dried fruit)

Method

1. 1

   Sprinkle the semolina with a little water and rub it between your hands to separate the grains, then steam it over a pot of boiling water for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Tip the semolina into a wide dish, add a little melted butter and rub again until fine, then steam it a second time for another 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Soak the dried fruit and raisins in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.

4. 4

   Toss the hot steamed semolina with the dates, dried fruit, cinnamon, rose water and sugar.

5. 5

   Serve warm or cold, garnished with cream and pieces of date; it is a favourite suhoor dish during Ramadan.