Namoura

تحضير المكوّنات

المكوّنات

طريقة التحضير

خطوة بخطوة

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

   حوالي 10 د

2. 2

   Use the tahini to thoroughly grease a 23x23 cm (9x9 inch) baking pan.

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   ملاحظة الطاهي: Using tahini instead of butter adds a subtle nutty flavor and helps create a beautiful crust.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together the coarse semolina, the cake's granulated sugar, and the baking powder.

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4. 4

   Pour the melted unsalted butter and plain yogurt into the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined.

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   ملاحظة الطاهي: Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake's texture tender.

5. 5

   Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.

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6. 6

   Set the pan aside and let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

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   ملاحظة الطاهي: Resting allows the semolina to absorb the liquid, which is crucial for the final texture.

7. 7

   While the cake bakes, prepare the syrup by combining the syrup's granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan.

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   ملاحظة الطاهي: Starting the syrup while the cake bakes ensures it will be the right temperature when needed.

8. 8

   Bring the syrup to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes.

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9. 9

   Remove the syrup from the heat, then stir in the lemon juice and orange blossom water. Set aside.

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   ملاحظة الطاهي: Adding the flavorings off the heat preserves their delicate aroma.

10. 10

    After the batter has rested, use a knife to lightly score the surface into diamond or square shapes, then press a blanched almond into the center of each piece.

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11. 11

    Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

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12. 12

    Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, pour the warm syrup evenly over the entire hot surface.

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    ملاحظة الطاهي: You should hear a satisfying sizzle as the hot cake absorbs the syrup.

13. 13

    Allow the Namoura to cool in the pan for at least one hour before serving.

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    ملاحظة الطاهي: This resting time is essential for the syrup to fully soak in and the cake to set.

14. 14

    Once cooled, cut along the pre-scored lines to serve.

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