Lebanese Cream with Orange Blossom Recipe (Mhallalabiyyé)

Ingredients:

• 1 liter of whole milk
• 1 cup of corn starch
• 1 cup of sugar
• ¼ cup of orange blossom water
• ¼ cup of rose water
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• Pistachios and rose petals for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, mix the corn starch and milk until well combined.
2. Place the mixture over medium-low heat and stir continuously until it starts to thicken.
3. Add the sugar and continue stirring for another 10 minutes.
4. Remove the pot from the heat and add the orange blossom water, rose water, and cinnamon.
5. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
6. Pour the mixture into small individual bowls and let them cool for at least an hour in the refrigerator.
7. Garnish with crushed pistachios and rose petals before serving (optional).

Verdict:

Lebanese cream (Mhallalabiyyé) is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is very easy to make. It has a smooth, silky texture with a subtle flavor of orange blossom and rose water. The addition of cinnamon adds a nice touch of warmth to the dish. Garnishing with pistachios and rose petals adds a nice crunchy texture and beautiful presentation to the dish. It is a great dessert to serve after a Lebanese cuisine meal.

Serving Suggestions:

Lebanese cream can be served cold as an after-dinner dessert or as a light snack during the day. It pairs well with a cup of tea or coffee. It is also commonly served during Ramadan as a light dessert after breaking the fast.