Description
Mahalabia with Pistachios is a luxurious Middle Eastern dessert that combines a smooth, creamy pudding infused with fragrant rosewater and topped with crunchy pistachios. This delightful treat not only tantalizes the taste buds but also captivates the eyes, making it perfect for festive occasions or a sweet indulgence any day of the week. Experience a burst of flavor and nostalgia with every spoonful of this enchanting dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp rosewater
- 1/4 cup unsalted pistachios, crushed
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, whisk together sugar and cornstarch until well combined.
- Gradually pour in the milk while continuously whisking to prevent lumps from forming.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in rosewater for flavor.
- Pour into serving cups and let cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Before serving, top each portion generously with crushed pistachios.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg