How to Make Zalabia

Ingredients

• 3 cups flour
• 4 tablespoons powdered milk
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast
• 1 egg
• A pinch of salt
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• Sesame seeds
• Whole anise seeds
• Water as needed for the dough
• Zalabia recipe by the friend and cook of the Shou Tabkhin Today website:
• Amani Daqiq
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Method

1. In a deep bowl, put the dry ingredients, then add the egg and begin adding the water gradually until you get a smooth, well combined dough.
2. The zalabia dough should be slightly soft.
3. Sprinkle sesame seeds and whole anise seeds over the dough and let it rise for about an hour.
4. Once the zalabia dough has risen, heat the oil. Using the tips of your fingers, take a little of the dough and place it in the oil, then turn it on both sides until golden brown.
5. If the zalabia dough starts sticking to your hands, you can dip your fingers in cold oil...
6. Serve the zalabia hot or cold with thyme and labneh, or as a light sweet treat with honey or powdered sugar.