Chebakia

شباكية · Chebakia

Ingredients13

• all-purpose flour500 g
• toasted sesame seeds150 g
• unsalted butter80 g
• ground anise1 tbsp
• ground cinnamon1 tsp
• orange blossom water2 tbsp
• white vinegar1 tbsp
• active dry yeast1 tsp
• warm water120 ml
• salt1 tsp
• honey400 g
• vegetable oil500 ml
• sesame seeds for coating40 g

Method

1. Grind the toasted sesame seeds finely and mix with flour, anise, cinnamon, salt, and yeast.
2. Work in the butter, then add orange blossom water, vinegar, and warm water to form a smooth, elastic dough. Rest 30 minutes.
3. Roll the dough thin and cut into strips; fold and pinch each strip into the traditional flower shape.
4. Heat the oil and fry the pastries until deep golden, then drain well.
5. Warm the honey until fluid, dip the hot pastries to coat fully, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
6. Cool on a rack until the honey sets before serving.