Mouhalabieh Bil Asal

Mouhalabieh Bil Asal is a traditional Lebanese milk pudding flavored with aromatic orange blossom and topped with a drizzle of honey. This creamy dessert offers a perfect balance of sweetness and floral notes, making it a delightful end to any meal.

Ingredients

• Milk - 500 ml
• Sugar - 50 g
• Cornstarch - 30 g
• Orange blossom water - 1 tsp
• Honey - 2 tbsp
• Pistachios, chopped - 20 g
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. In a saucepan, mix the cornstarch and a pinch of salt with a little bit of the milk to create a smooth paste.
2. Add the remaining milk and sugar to the saucepan, and stir continuously over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
3. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the orange blossom water.
4. Pour the mixture into small serving bowls or ramekins and let cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to set.
5. Before serving, drizzle each bowl with honey and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in calcium and vitamins from milk, promoting bone health.
• Contains antioxidants from pistachios, which may help reduce inflammation.

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