Egyptian Sahleb

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EGYPTIAN SAHLEB | ORCHID ROOT DRINK

Yield 2

Prep time

5 Min

Cook time

10 Min

Total time

15 Min

Sahleb is a beloved drink in Egyptian culture that’s especially popular during the colder months. This creamy and comforting beverage is made with milk and sahleb powder, a unique blend derived from orchid tubers mixed with cornstarch and vanilla. It’s lightly flavored with cinnamon and rose water, then garnished with toasted almonds and coconut for a touch of texture and sweetness. Sahleb can also be made into a pudding by increasing the powder, creating a versatile treat that’s perfect for any time of the day.

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Ingredients

For the Sahleb Drink:

• 2 cups milk
• 1 tablespoon sahleb powder
• ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon rose water

For Garnish:

• toasted almond slices
• coconut flakes

Instructions

Prepare the Sahleb Drink:

1. Pour 2 cups milk into a small pot.
2. Whisk in 1 tablespoon sahleb powder until fully dissolved.
3. Add ground cinnamon to taste and 1 tablespoon rose water.
4. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Place the pot over medium heat.
6. Cook the mixture until it reaches a light boil, stirring frequently to prevent lumps from forming.
7. Monitor the pot closely to prevent the milk from boiling over.

Serve:

1. Pour the hot sahleb into a serving cup or mug.
2. Garnish with toasted almond slices and coconut flakes.
3. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy.

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