Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Abu Dhabi Luqaimat
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Abu Dhabi Luqaimat
Abu Dhabi closes the season, so dessert feels right. Luqaimat are golden dumplings with date syrup, and they land in a nice place for a finale: celebratory without turning into a full banquet.
Quick Look
- Race: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
- Prep time: 20 minutes, plus 45 minutes rest
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon milk powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- Neutral oil, for frying
- 1/3 cup date syrup or honey
- Sesame seeds, for topping
Method
- Mix the flour, sugar, yeast, milk powder, and cardamom in a bowl.
- Add the warm water and stir into a thick, sticky batter.
- Cover and let it rest for 45 minutes.
- Heat the oil to 350 F.
- Use a spoon or small scoop to drop small portions of batter into the oil.
- Fry, turning often, until deep golden and puffed.
- Drain briefly, then drizzle with date syrup or honey and finish with sesame seeds.
Drink Pairing
- Wine: Sparkling date and white grape juice.
- Local pairing: Arabic coffee.
Notes
- Serve these warm. That is where the texture really hits.