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Nutritional Values
420kcal
6gProtein
60gCarbs
18gFat
3gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🌱 Sesame
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Chebakia
How to order / say it
Say it
شباكية — [sha-bah-kee-yah]
Order
I'd like some chebakia, please.
Locally
أود بعض الشباكية، من فضلك.
Say locally
A sweet pastry twisted and fried, coated in honey and sesame seeds.
Why try it?
Chebakia is a staple during Ramadan for its sugary boost after fasting, embodying celebration and Moroccan hospitality. It represents cultural resilience and sharing, often intertwined with family rituals and festivity.
How it tastes
The deep-fried dough is crisp and sticky, coated in fragrant honey with a nutty sesame topping. Its combination of sweetness and spice infuses the air with an inviting aroma that's both comforting and exotic.
Origin & History — first documented: 1150
Originally popularized in the 12th century, chebakia was crafted to celebrate festive occasions. It reflects Africa's diverse trade routes with its blend of spices and was crafted to last throughout fasting months, preserving energy for long evenings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g flour
- 50 g sesame seeds
- 🧂 1 tsp cinnamon
- 🧂 1 tsp anise
- 🧂 1/4 tsp saffron
- 🫒 40 ml olive oil
- 🍯 200 ml honey
- 1 tsp vinegar
Method
- 1 Mix flour, spices, and oil into a dough, then let rest.
- 2 Roll out dough, cut, and form into twisted shapes.
- 3 Deep-fry shaped dough until golden and crisp.
- 4 Dip in warm honey, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve.
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