Ashtaliyeh

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4
How to Make Ashtaliyeh
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

2 hr 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon sugar
1/3 cup cornstarch
3 ounces of kiri cream cheese spread or 1/2 cup cream
1 teaspoon orange blossom water
1 teaspoon rose water
3 pebbles mastic , ground ( optional )
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon orange blossom water
1 teaspoon rose water
2 tablespoons pistachios
1 teaspoon sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
445
Sugar
56g
Fat
17g
Ashtaliyeh is a popular dessert in the Middle East, with variations found in Syria, Lebanon, and other countries in the region. It is a creamy pudding made with milk, sugar, and a thickening agent, usually cornstarch or rice flour. Ashtaliyeh is often flavored with orange blossom water, rose water, or mastic, which gives it a distinctive flavor and aroma. It is typically served cold and topped with a simple syrup made with sugar, water, and lemon juice, along with chopped pistachios. This dessert is perfect for serving at dinner parties or as a special treat at the end of a meal.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cornstarch.
2.In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to steam.
3.Gradually whisk in the sugar and cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and starts to boil.
4.Reduce the heat and add the cream cheese or cream, orange blossom water, rose water, and ground mastic (if using). Stir until the cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth.
5.Pour the mixture into individual serving dishes or a large bowl and chill for at least 2 hours.
6.In a separate saucepan, heat the granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
7.Bring to a boil and let simmer for 5 minutes.
8.Stir in the orange blossom water, rose water, and pistachios.
9.Pour the syrup over the chilled ashtaliyeh and serve.

PROS

Ashtaliyeh is a creamy, flavorful dessert that is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

It can be served warm or cold, making it a versatile dessert that can be enjoyed year-round.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The addition of the optional mastic may not be to everyone’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Ashtaliyeh may not be the healthiest dessert option, it contains calcium and protein from the milk and cream cheese/cream.
The addition of pistachios provides healthy fats and fiber. Rose water has been linked to reducing stress and improving mood.

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