Halva

Indulge in the sweet, nutty flavors of Halva, a delightful Middle Eastern treat made with semolina, sugar, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a cozy dessert or a festive gathering with friends and family.

• 1 cup semolina
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped nuts
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Method

1. 1

   In a saucepan, combine the water and sugar and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Slowly add the semolina to the heated oil, stirring constantly until it becomes golden brown.

4. 4

   Once the mixture is golden, gradually pour the boiling water and sugar mixture into the pan, stirring to avoid lumps.

5. 5

   Cook the halva on low heat for about 10-15 minutes until it thickens, stirring often.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, chopped nuts, and cinnamon if using.

7. 7

   Transfer the halva to a greased dish and allow it to cool completely before slicing.

8. 8

   Serve at room temperature, optionally garnished with additional nuts on top.