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How to Make Authentic Mouhallabieh-Style Maghli Dessert?

Maghli is a popular traditional Arabic dessert, especially served when a new baby is born... There are many different ways to prepare maghli, and this is one authentic version.

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Ingredients and method for preparing the maghli spice mix

2 sticks Ceylon cinnamon, specially for maghliWhole clovesGingerMahlabGalangal (one of the spices sold at the spice shop with the maghli mix)Nutmeg

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Put the mixed spices in a pot over the heat and boil them for one hour. It is best to prepare the spice water the night before cooking the maghli so you get a strong, delicious flavor.