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Crispy Mashbak (Crunchy Fried Pastry)

A clear, tried-and-true homemade recipe for crispy mashbak — a rich, delicious Arabic sweet that many love. Very easy.

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5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons oil1 teaspoon yeast1 teaspoon vanilla1 teaspoon baking powderWarm water for mixing (about 1/2 cup)

Syrup (qatr or shireh)

2 cups sugar1 1/2 cups waterJuice of half a lemon

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Step 1

Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, yeast, vanilla and baking powder.

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