Recipezaar: Moroccan,Desserts recipes

Sheer Korma

Tue, 11 Dec 2001 12:55:35 -0500

This special Muslim dish is traditionally served on Eid day (both Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha) to the household after they come back from Eid prayers. It is then served throughout the day to all well wishers and guests who come to celebrate Eid with you. It is served by Muslims from a variety of ethnic backgrounds, Arab, Asian, America, European, Southeast Asian, Oriental, etc.. s -- posted by Fatima Ahmed

Sfinj -- Moroccan Doughnuts

Mon, 13 May 2002 18:16:32 -0400

My daughter Tehila has a wonderful friend, Adva, who is of Moroccan descent. Her mother makes these treats for the family on holidays, and shares them with our family. The last time we made these together, and had lots of fun doing it. Prep time includes time for the dough to rise. -- posted by Mirj

Cinnamon Oranges

Tue, 07 Jan 2003 20:00:00 -0500

This is a very simple dessert that we discovered in Morocco. It was served in many restaurants for a light end to all kinds of meals and the combination of cinnamon and fruit is wonderful. The most important thing is to find lovely, sweet and juicy oranges. If you use pale, tasteless ones this recipe won't work at all. -- posted by Sackville

Moroccan Orange Salad

Fri, 18 Mar 2005 20:00:11 -0500

Juicy oranges, crunchy almonds, smooth and luscious dates...and with a cinnamon/orange "dressing" over all, this fruit salad is beyond delicious. -- posted by A Messy Cook

Moroccan Cake (Le Russe)

Tue, 21 Jun 2005 21:54:21 -0400

Connoisseurs who taste this seductive dessert of meringue and chocolate ganache will be reminded of a French dacquoise. Yet in Morocco this unforgettable flourless, butterless cake bears the intriguing name of Le Russe, "the Russian." Look for superfine sugar in the baking section of supermarkets, or simply make it by grinding granulated sugar in a food processor. From The Scent of Orange Blossoms: Sephardic Cuisine from Morocco (Canada, UK), by Kitty Morse and Danielle Mamane. -- posted by NcMysteryShopper

Hajar's Comfort Dessert Couscous

Mon, 29 Aug 2005 18:51:47 -0400

OOOOH! Will that do?! This is definitely a comfort food for me especially on a cool/cold evening warm and is teriffic for breakfast as well. We usually eat it cold for breakfast as we cannot be bothered to re-steam and it is just as lush cold/room temperature. A Moroccan home cooked classic! This recipe makes A LOT! Though it does freeze or you can split the recipe in half. No chance of either here,,,it goes! c.\2005 -- posted by Miss Elizabeth

Moroccan Peaches

Wed, 21 Sep 2005 13:02:46 -0400

Sifting through my recipe box files for Zaar World Tour 2005, I was surprised to discover that Ive saved three different recipe articles on Moroccan Cuisine over the years. All from my old favourite; the Sainsburys magazine. This one has been lurking un-tested since July 2001. Time to give it an airing! Cooking time is resting time. -- posted by Mrs B

Rose Water Ice Cream

Wed, 21 Sep 2005 13:03:27 -0400

This recipe comes from a cutting from a Sainsburys magazine article on Moroccan cuisine, that Ive been saving since July 2001. I love rosewater, I love ice cream, but Im afraid that so far this remains un-tested. But it does sound lovely and I know Ill make it one day! This recipe is suitable for ice-cream machines, but you dont need one. Cooking time is freezing time, but an ice-cream machine will be quicker. Posted for Zaar World Tour 2005. -- posted by Mrs B

Muhallabia (Ground Rice Pudding)

Fri, 14 Oct 2005 14:31:17 -0400

A classic Middle Eastern dessert, which I have often eaten in Middle Eastern restaurants, so I was pleased to find it in Christine Osborne's 'Middle Eastern Food and Drink'. I have not yet tried this recipe. I am posting it for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. When I've eaten this dish, it has been garnished with chopped pistachio nuts. This recipe offers chopped almonds as an alternative. This is a make-ahead recipe: the estimated preparation and cooking times do not include the time needed for chilling. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Bourtaka Muhallabieh (Orange Custard With Caramel)

Fri, 14 Oct 2005 16:18:25 -0400

A Lebanese Orange Custard with Caramel, which I'm posting for the 2005 Zaar World Tour, adapted from a recipe in from the Bay Books' publication: 'The Best of Lebanese and Middle Eastern Cooking'. This dessert can be eaten warm or chilled. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Ma'amoul (Lebanese Date Stuffed Pastries)

Mon, 17 Oct 2005 14:52:34 -0400

A popular Middle Eastern pastry, especially as popular at Easter. From 'The Best of Lebanese and Middle Eastern Cooking', posted here for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. Serve with coffee, after a Middle Eastern banquet. Orange-blossom water and rose water can be purchased from Greek and Middle Eastern grocers. The preparation and cooking times do not include the 30 minutes for the dough to rest. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Loz (Almond Sweetmeats)

Mon, 17 Oct 2005 14:53:18 -0400

These delicious, low-fat Middle Eastern almond sweetmeats are from 'The Best of Lebanese and Middle Eastern Cooking', and have been posted for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. The "resting" time for the paste has not been included in the preparation time below. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

My Halwa Shebakia -- Special Ramadan Sesame Cookies

Wed, 19 Oct 2005 14:14:33 -0400

This was posted for informational purposes ONLY with a large caveat for ever trying to make these at home unless an experienced maker has taught you! You who continue to make this will be disappointed and unhappy!! Also don't be adding an egg to make something to soft hold together. I have a feeling over processing is the problem as the blades heat up in a short time and if you're using a big motored processor. I posted this recipe with warnings and believe them! If you like or want to try shebakia then please find an internet source; they are out there! It seems my original introduction needed to be repeated right at the top. These are the longstanding traditional Ramadan sesame cookies. While available year round and eaten all year, these are especially important during the month of Ramadan. They give a high carbohydrate kick with breakfast at sunset. Mythis recipe originally makes 100 cookies as we have more guests than usual in this month and we give them as gifts, especially to our single male friends! These are available by the millions for sale on the streets, though homemade ones melt in your mouth. I have quartered he recipe before and for you. You can take it back to 100 or double this recipe. They are wonderful though 2 is my limit; they are so sweet. Due to the honey they keep virtually forever in the fridge and can be frozen in a single layer on a baking tray and then bagged. Thaw at room temperature. I do NOT recommend making these at home as they are difficult and I learned from my Moroccan Mother in law to be. These need to be learned by an experienced maker and adding egg or anything of that nature will simply make matters worse. I posted the recipe as a request with a caveat to the person requesting. These can be purchased online as well. c.\2005 -- posted by Miss Elizabeth

Zucre Coco -- Moroccan Coconut Fudge Cakes

Mon, 05 Dec 2005 20:19:05 -0500

Literally this translates into coconut sugar. I have added the word fudge here as these are most commonly called "cakes." Also, for ease I have used evaporated milk in the recipe though mass marketing of evaporated milk here is relatively new. Most home cooks evaporate their own milk, IF they can afford milk. This is a lovely very sweet ending to a rich meal served with strong black coffee and how we most often serve it here. This sort of recipe is made only by those who have money and certainly isn't the average person's fare who is more concerned with finding bread. Morocco is devistatingly poor with 95% of the wealth belonging to just under 5% of the people. Moroccans say it is a true blessing to be able to eat so extravagantly as to have these coconut cakes. This is quick to make and if you love coconut, this is for you! Cut into very small squares though; Moroccans adore things extremely sweet. Enjoy! c.\2005 -- posted by Miss Elizabeth

Moroccan Coconut Cakes

Thu, 25 May 2006 15:30:48 -0400

This is a Moroccan Coconut fudge recipe that Im posting for Zaar World Tour 2 -- posted by kzbhansen

Moroccan Citrus Fruit Salad

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 22:38:54 -0400

Summer is the perfect time for this healthy dessert salad! Choose ripe and heavy fruit for the best results. Salad needs to marinate for at least two hours for best results, so plan accordingly. -- posted by NcMysteryShopper

Orange Blossom Almond Pastries

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 07:47:15 -0400

Posted for ZWT II - Africa/Middle East, from Bon Appetit's "Tastes of the World". Because of the crecent shape, these tender, filled pastries are called "gazelle horns" in Morocco. They have an almond paste center and are lightly scented with orange blossom water, an ingredient often used in Middle Eastern Cooking. Orange Blossom Water can be purchased at most liquor Stores or in the liquor department at most supermarkets. These can be made 1 day ahead. -- posted by Chabear01

Perfumed Oranges

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 07:47:54 -0400

Posted for ZWT II - Africa/Middle East as taken from Bon Appetit's "Tastes of the World" Orange blossom water provides the "perfume" in this simple dessert. Sometimes called orange flower water, this extract is available at most liquor stores and in the liquor section of some supermarkets. -- posted by Chabear01

Oranges in Orange Flower Water

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 14:45:21 -0400

Posted for the Zaar World Tour 2006-Morocco. From the "International Vegetarian" cookbook. I have not tried this recipe yet, but it sounds like a nice, light dessert. This dish can be served as either a dessert or a first-course salad. Orange flower water can be purchased at gourmet grocery stores or liquor stores. Note: prep time includes refrigeration time. -- posted by Bayhill

Honey Cinnamon Oranges

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 23:45:47 -0400

I just saw this on Boy Meets Grill with Bobby Flay and it is so good and easy I had to post! A great ending to a Moroccan meal! This is also a Caribbean and Southern recipe. -- posted by Sharon123

Spicy Roasted Plums (Diabetic)

Sun, 08 Oct 2006 19:22:41 -0400

Another delicious recipes that will please diners whether or not they are diabetic. With a few ingredients, plums are transformed into an elegant and flavorful dessert. This recipe comes from a special publication from Diabetic Living. -- posted by justcallmetoni

Tfah - a Moroccan Apple Dessert

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 07:44:47 -0400

As a low-fat chef I am always looking for desserts which are interesting and flavorful without lots of butter. :) Here tart apples are candied in a syrup scented with cinnamon and orange blossom water, two flavors typical of North African cuisine. I have not tried this one but it looks scrumptious. (T'fah is the Arabic word for apple.) -- posted by justcallmetoni

Moroccan Gazelle Horns (Kab El Ghzal) (Cornes De Gazelle)

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 22:05:28 -0400

Popular Moroccan pastry. They are stuffed with almond paste and curved into horn-shaped crescents. -- posted by littleturtle

Moroccan Cinnamon Cookies (Mantecados)

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 12:37:30 -0400

The number of cookies may vary due to their size. Submitted for ZWT3. -- posted by Caroline Cooks

Watermelon Tart - Morocco

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 12:14:35 -0400

This shows the French influence in modern Moroccan cooking. Why not? -- posted by Mme Melissa

Moroccan Fruit Salad

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:37:35 -0400

This is one of my favorite dishes while I am in Morocco. It is made often because fresh fruit is so cheap there. -- posted by SillyGrrl

Queen Mab's Midsummer Night's Dream Rose Petal Cake

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 11:39:29 -0500

Many of you who know me very well on Zaar, will also know of my love of and extensive research into historical traditions, cooking, food and recipes; this is a cake recipe that I have been refining for some time now, and at last, I have tweaked it sufficiently for modern day tastes! Heavenly light sponge cake, which is infused with rose water and studded with fragrant rose petals - Medieval cooking at its very best. Many people think of this type of cake as Middle Eastern, well in fact we have been flirting with saffron, flowers, herbs and nuts for centuries in Britain and Europe - our food has become LESS exotic as the years progressed. There has been a recent revival of using flowers in cooking; I prepare and cook with flowers regularly in the Auberge, and the dishes I prepare with flowers are always popular. You must remember to make sure that any flowers you use are insecticide and traffic pollution free! So, take a journey back into time - to Shakespeare's time and enjoy this delightful and romantic light sponge cake with your afternoon cuppa! This cake is also wonderful for an elegant and special dinner party dessert - serve it with a glass of Sherry, Port or Madeira for a true Shakespearean dessert cake. I have a recipe for Crystallised Rose Petals on Zaar for the decoration; you can also use dried rose buds or fresh rose petals. The name a light and delightful cake made with wild rose petals should have a romantic name, plus this is one of my favourite plays by Shakespeare! Recipe #248004 -- posted by French Tart

Moroccan Almond Pastry

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 02:49:15 -0400

This is a flaky Moroccan dessert of phyllo dough stuffed with ground almonds & sugar, topped with honey. -- posted by Nasseh

Fruity Breakfast Couscous

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:52:08 -0400

Here is a nice change from porridge for brekky. From Fresh Living Mag on Taste.com. -- posted by **Mandy**

Berries With Mint Creme

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:38:56 -0400

An unusual recipe that is full of flavor and hints of exotic spices! Refreshing and delicious! Really any berry will work but strawberries or raspberriesare probably the best. I've used chocolate mint for this which was great. Cooking time is mostly simmering. -- posted by sassafrasnanc

Honey Almond Briouats

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:34:15 -0400

A Moroccan delight! Delicious with hot sweetened cardamom infused coffee after dinner or as a snack with a cold glass of milk mixed with a splash of orange flower water. They look impressive enough to pretend they were a lot of work ; ) -- posted by milkamaiden

Pistachio Ice Cream With Broiled Mango Slices

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:29:30 -0400

This Glace de Pistache was found in the recipe book "Moroccan". An ice cream maker not necessary for this one. -- posted by Julie B's Hive

Moroccan Fig Pastries

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:13:23 -0400

These pastries are a nice treat for Ramadan. -- posted by Nasseh