Lebanese Nights Semolina Pudding (Layali Lubnan)
Lebanese Nights Semolina Pudding (Layali Lubnan) features a silky, lightly sweet semolina base scented with rose water, crowned with fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of pistachios. A drizzle of fragrant caramel-like syrup adds floral depth and gentle warmth. Serve it chilled after dinner or for special occasions when you want a soothing, elegant Middle Eastern dessert.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves15
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Make pudding: Pour the milk into a large saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat and slowly stream in the semolina while stirring constantly. Keep stirring and cooking until the mixture thickens and boils for 1 to 2 minutes.
- 2
Take the pan off the heat and stir in the eggs and rose water until fully combined. Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch serving dish or into individual dishes. Let the pudding cool slightly, then press plastic wrap directly onto the surface. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 5 hours or overnight.
- 3
Make syrup: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat, heat 1/2 cup sugar with 2 tablespoons water. Stir to dissolve the sugar, then cook until the mixture turns golden brown. Immediately remove from the heat and stir in the remaining water; it may bubble and harden briefly, but it will dissolve. Return the pan to the stove and stir in the remaining 3 1/2 cups sugar until dissolved. Add the lemon juice and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and chill. The syrup will keep for a month if refrigerated in a sealed container.
- 4
Make topping: In a medium bowl, beat the cream and sugar with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Spread a thin layer of the whipped cream over the pudding. Sprinkle with the nuts.
- 5
Cut the pudding into squares. Serve with the syrup poured around it.
- Calories 371.58 kcal Moderate
- Protein 8.76 g Moderate
- Carbs 80.6 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.52 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 1.32 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 27.4 mg Moderate
- Sodium 90.25 mg Low Source
- Fiber 2.22 g Low Source
- Sugar 66.8 g High
- Added Sugar 1.5 g Low Source
- Calcium 186.98 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.85 mg Low Source
- Potassium 294.39 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 95.49 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 0.13 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 1.84 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Lebanese Nights Semolina Pudding (Layali Lubnan) is a Lebanese dessert recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 15, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Eggs, Lemon Juice, Milk, and Pistachios. Each serving provides about 371.58 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lebanese Nights Semolina Pudding (Layali Lubnan)?
- It is a Lebanese pudding recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dessert.
- What is Lebanese Nights Semolina Pudding (Layali Lubnan) made of?
- The main ingredients are Eggs, Lemon Juice, Milk, Pistachios, Rose Water. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Lebanese Nights Semolina Pudding (Layali Lubnan)?
- Explore these Lebanese side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Lebanese Nights Semolina Pudding (Layali Lubnan)?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 371.58 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lebanese Nights Semolina Pudding (Layali Lubnan) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
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