Crispy Honey Sesame Chebakia
Moroccan sesame-studded fried cookies twisted into intricate knots and drizzled with warm honey. Shatteringly crispy, deeply aromatic, and absolutely craveable straight off the pan.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix flour, 0.5 cup sesame seeds, 3 tbsp oil, and salt in a bowl. Add water slowly, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
Step 2
Knead dough on a clean surface 2 minutes until it becomes elastic and no longer sticky.
Step 3
Roll dough into a thin sheet about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 2-inch strips, then twist each strip into a loose knot.
Step 4
Heat 2 cups oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Working in batches, fry knots 60–90 seconds per side until deep golden brown.
Step 5
Drain chebakia on paper towels. Warm honey in a small pot with cinnamon until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 6
Toss warm chebakia in a bowl with 0.25 cup sesame seeds, then drizzle with warm cinnamon honey and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- medium mixing bowl
- wooden spoon
- work surface
- rolling pin
- knife
- deep skillet or heavy pot
- deep-fry thermometer
- paper towels
- small pot
- serving bowl
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