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Date Makroud

Diamond-shaped semolina pastries filled with spiced dates and glazed with honey.

Prep & cook1 hr 10DifficultyMediumServes6
Date Makroud

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  • 400g semolina
  • 120g melted butter
  • 160ml warm water
  • 250g date paste

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Method

  1. 1

    Mix semolina and butter, then add water gradually to form a pliable dough.

  2. 2

    Knead cinnamon into the date paste and roll it into thin ropes.

  3. 3

    Wrap dough around each date rope, flatten slightly and cut diamonds.

  4. 4

    Fry at 170°C until amber and crisp.

  5. 5

    Dip the warm pastries in orange-blossom honey and drain.

Chef’s tip

Seal the dough firmly around the dates so the filling stays inside while frying.