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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.
 
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!
 
 
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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.
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====Best recipe review====
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.
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''<span class="reviewTitle">Kate Bush song, shurely?</span>''
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!
<span style="line-height:180%"><span style="font-size:180%;"><span class="reviewScore">4</span>/5</span>


<span class="reviewDesc">So this is what she was singing about, it must be good 🤓</span>


<span class="reviewAuthor"> [[User:Sue_spins|Susie]] </span></span>
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'''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]]
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| 2 cups [[Semolina|semolina]]
| 2 cups [[Semolina|semolina]]
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| 1 cup [[Sugar|sugar]]
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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)
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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.
| Remove from heat and set aside.
| Remove from heat and set aside.
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'''Cake'''
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| 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.
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===Variations===
===Variations===
A little [[Rose water|rose water]] can be added in place of the water.
A little [[Rose water|rose water]] can be added in place of the water.
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<span class="reviewDesc">Go light on the sugar, heavy on the lemon and almonds.</span>
<span class="reviewAuthor"> [[User:PSmith|Paul&nbsp;R&nbsp;Smith]] </span></span>
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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
Electus
Servings:Serves 15 - Makes 1 cake
Calories per serving:245
Ready in:1 hour
Prep. time:20 minutes
Cook time:40 minutes
Difficulty:Average difficulty
Recipe author:JuliaBalbilla
First published:27th October 2012

Best recipe review

Kate Bush song, shurely?

4/5

So this is what she was singing about, it must be good 🤓

Susie

Syrup

Ingredients

Printable 🖨 shopping 🛒 list & 👩‍🍳 method for this recipe


Mise en place

  • Preheat the oven to 180° C (350° F - gas 4)

Method

  1. Syrup
  2. In a medium saucepan, dissolve the sugar in water.
  3. Add the lemon juice and bring to a boil.
  4. Once the syrup starts to boil, stir in the honey.
  5. Reduce the heat and allow simmer for about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and set aside.
  7. Cake
  8. Lightly grease and flour a 23 cm x 30 cm (9"x12") baking tray.
  9. Cream the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl.
  10. Add the eggs and stir in the vanilla.
  11. In a separate bowl, combine semolina, baking powder, and baking soda.
  12. Slowly add to butter and egg mixture and then stir in the milk.
  13. Pour the mixture into baking dish and smooth with a spatula.
  14. 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.
  15. 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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