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'''Basbousa''', '''basboosa''',(Arabic), '''ravani''' (Turkish) or '''revani''' (Greek ραβανί and ρεβανί) is a sweet cake made of a [[Semolina|semolina]] soaked in syrup. [[Coconut]] is a popular addition to the cake. Although Greeks of Southern Greeks call it '''ravani''', in the north it is called '''revani''', as in Turkish, specifically in the town of Veria where it has been the traditional dessert for many years. | '''Basbousa''', '''basboosa''',(Arabic), '''ravani''' (Turkish) or '''revani''' (Greek ραβανί and ρεβανί) is a sweet cake made of a [[Semolina|semolina]] soaked in syrup. [[Coconut]] is a popular addition to the cake. Although Greeks of Southern Greeks call it '''ravani''', in the north it is called '''revani''', as in Turkish, specifically in the town of Veria where it has been the traditional dessert for many years. | ||
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There are many varieties, of which this is just one! | There are many varieties, of which this is just one! | ||
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|TotalCalories = 3681 | |||
|PortionCalories = 245 | |||
|DatePublished=27th October 2012 | |||
|Author=JuliaBalbilla | |||
|Servings = Serves 15 - Makes 1 cake | |||
|Difficulty = 2 | |||
|TotalTime = 1 hour | |||
|PrepTime = 20 minutes | |||
|CookTime = 40 minutes | |||
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''<span class="reviewTitle">Kate Bush song, shurely?</span>'' | |||
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'''Syrup''' | '''Syrup''' | ||
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| [[Juice]] of 1 [[Lemon|lemon]] (or 2 tablespoons [[Orange juice|orange juice]]) | | [[Juice]] of 1 [[Lemon|lemon]] (or 2 tablespoons [[Orange juice|orange juice]]) | ||
| 1 teaspoon [[Honey|honey]] | | 1 teaspoon [[Honey|honey]] | ||
|'''Cake''' | |||
'''Cake''' | |||
| 2 cups [[Semolina|semolina]] | | 2 cups [[Semolina|semolina]] | ||
| 1 cup [[Sugar|sugar]] | | 1 cup [[Sugar|sugar]] | ||
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| 1 tablespoon [[Baking powder|baking powder]] | | 1 tablespoon [[Baking powder|baking powder]] | ||
| 1 tablespoon [[Baking soda|baking soda]] | | 1 tablespoon [[Baking soda|baking soda]] | ||
| 2 [[ | | 2 [[free range eggs]] | ||
| [[Blanched]] split [[Almonds|almonds]] to garnish | | [[Blanched]] split [[Almonds|almonds]] to garnish | ||
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* Preheat the [[Oven|oven]] to 180° C (350° F - gas 4) | * Preheat the [[Oven|oven]] to 180° C (350° F - gas 4) | ||
===Method=== | ===Method=== | ||
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| In a medium saucepan, dissolve the [[Sugar|sugar]] in water. | | In a medium saucepan, dissolve the [[Sugar|sugar]] in water. | ||
| Add the [[Lemon juice|lemon juice]] and bring to a [[Boil|boil]]. | | Add the [[Lemon juice|lemon juice]] and bring to a [[Boil|boil]]. | ||
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| Reduce the heat and allow [[Simmer|simmer]] for about 8-10 minutes. | | Reduce the heat and allow [[Simmer|simmer]] for about 8-10 minutes. | ||
| Remove from heat and set aside. | | Remove from heat and set aside. | ||
|'''Cake''' | |||
'''Cake''' | |||
| Lightly grease and [[Flour|flour]] a 23 cm x 30 cm (9"x12") [[baking tray]]. | | Lightly grease and [[Flour|flour]] a 23 cm x 30 cm (9"x12") [[baking tray]]. | ||
| [[Cream]] the [[Butter|butter]] and [[Sugar|sugar]] in a mixing bowl. | | [[Cream]] the [[Butter|butter]] and [[Sugar|sugar]] in a mixing bowl. | ||
| Add the [[Eggs|eggs]] and stir in the | | Add the [[Eggs|eggs]] and stir in the [[vanilla]]. | ||
| In a separate bowl, combine [[Semolina|semolina]], [[Baking powder|baking powder]], and [[Baking soda|baking soda]]. | | In a separate bowl, combine [[Semolina|semolina]], [[Baking powder|baking powder]], and [[Baking soda|baking soda]]. | ||
| Slowly add to [[Butter|butter]] and [[Egg|egg]] mixture and then stir in the [[Milk|milk]]. | | Slowly add to [[Butter|butter]] and [[Egg|egg]] mixture and then stir in the [[Milk|milk]]. | ||
| Pour the mixture into [[Baking|baking]] dish and smooth with a spatula. | | Pour the mixture into [[Baking|baking]] dish and smooth with a spatula. | ||
| Take a knife and scribe a diamond pattern in the top and place an [[Almond|almond]] in the | | Take a knife and scribe a diamond pattern in the top and place an [[Almond|almond]] in the centre of each diamond. [[Bake]] for 25 minutes. | ||
| Remove cake from [[Oven|oven]] and the pour syrup over the cake until no more can be absorbed. | | Remove cake from [[Oven|oven]] and the pour syrup over the cake until no more can be absorbed. | ||
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Latest revision as of 15:31, 20 March 2024
Basbousa, basboosa,(Arabic), ravani (Turkish) or revani (Greek ραβανί and ρεβανί) is a sweet cake made of a semolina soaked in syrup. Coconut is a popular addition to the cake. Although Greeks of Southern Greeks call it ravani, in the north it is called revani, as in Turkish, specifically in the town of Veria where it has been the traditional dessert for many years.
It is found in the cuisines of the eastern Mediterranean under a variety of names. It appears to be a variant of the Egyptian dish ma'mounia. Basbousa is very common is Arabia.
Basbousa is routinely called "Hareesa" in arabic countries such as Palestine. It is said to have originated as Hareesa before subsequent movements by other countries (such as Iraq, Turkey, and Libya) who shifted the name to Basbousa.
There are many varieties, of which this is just one!
Basbousa | |
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Servings: | Serves 15 - Makes 1 cake |
Calories per serving: | 245 |
Ready in: | 1 hour |
Prep. time: | 20 minutes |
Cook time: | 40 minutes |
Difficulty: | |
Recipe author: | JuliaBalbilla |
First published: | 27th October 2012 |
Best recipe reviewKate Bush song, shurely? 4/5 So this is what she was singing about, it must be good 🤓 |
Syrup
Ingredients
Printable 🖨 shopping 🛒 list & 👩🍳 method for this recipe
- 2.25 cups sugar
- 1.5 cups water
- Juice of 1 lemon (or 2 tablespoons orange juice)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Cake
- 2 cups semolina
- 1 cup sugar
- 113 g (4 oz) butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 2 free range eggs
- Blanched split almonds to garnish
Mise en place
- Preheat the oven to 180° C (350° F - gas 4)
Method
- Syrup
- In a medium saucepan, dissolve the sugar in water.
- Add the lemon juice and bring to a boil.
- Once the syrup starts to boil, stir in the honey.
- Reduce the heat and allow simmer for about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Cake
- Lightly grease and flour a 23 cm x 30 cm (9"x12") baking tray.
- Cream the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Add the eggs and stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, combine semolina, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Slowly add to butter and egg mixture and then stir in the milk.
- Pour the mixture into baking dish and smooth with a spatula.
- Take a knife and scribe a diamond pattern in the top and place an almond in the centre of each diamond. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove cake from oven and the pour syrup over the cake until no more can be absorbed.
Serving suggestions
Allow to cool for 20 minutes before serving.
Serve with cinnamon ice-cream
Variations
A little rose water can be added in place of the water.
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