A NOMVEX RECIPE
Bahraini saffron halwa
Plant-based2 servings≈ 55 min
Clear quantities, a few steps and an idea for making this meal fit your pantry.
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01 / PREPARE
On the counter
For 2 servings. Edible-portion weights. Legumes are cooked and drained unless stated otherwise.
- Cornflour75 g
- Sugar220 g
- Olive oil40 ml
- Saffron0.2 g
- Food-grade rose water25 ml
- Ground cardamom2 g
- Pistachios35 g
- Water400 ml
Declared allergenic ingredients: tree nuts. Check packaging and possible traces; a substitution may change the allergens.
02 / COOK
Let’s make it
Whisk starch into 150 ml cold water; gently heat sugar with remaining water in a heavy pan.
Pour in starch and stir continuously 25–35 minutes on low heat, adding oil, saffron, rose water and cardamom.
When thick and glossy, fold in pistachios, pour into a lightly oiled dish and cool until warm.
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