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Orange and Coconut Basbousa

Recipe by Oum Arwa

A moist semolina cake flavored with orange zest and coconut, very easy to prepare. Ideal for a snack or to accompany mint tea.

EasyMiddle EasternServes 8

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Source Video
34m
Prep
30m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 14m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$5.97
Total cost
$0.75
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C
  • Grease the pan to prevent the cake from sticking
  • Precise baking of 30‑35 minutes
  • Soak the hot cake with orange juice
  • Let cool completely before cutting

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with kitchen gloves.
  • Hot orange juice can cause burns; pour it slowly.

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