Awama
Awama is a traditional Middle Eastern sweet, often prepared for festive occasions or family gatherings. Similar to lokma, these fritter balls are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and are served tossed in a sweet honey or sugar syrup. Originally spread in the Arab world, it is now a popular sweet enjoyed in many places from the Balkans to Turkish cuisine. The simple ingredients are enhanced by the flavor of honey or spicy syrup, often enriched with cinnamon or rose water. If you are looking for an easy to prepare yet special dessert, Awama is the perfect choice!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, sugar, and salt. In a separate small bowl, combine the dry yeast with lukewarm water and let it stand for 5-10 minutes, until foamy.
2
Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mixture, then mix until you have a soft, slightly sticky dough. If necessary, add a little water to reach the right consistency.
3
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4
In a large skillet or pot, heat plenty of vegetable oil over medium heat. The oil is ready when a small piece of dough immediately sizzles in it.
5
With wet or oiled hands, pinch off a small piece of dough, shape it into a small ball, and carefully drop it into the oil.
6
Fry the awama balls until golden brown, turning them constantly to ensure they are evenly cooked on all sides.
7
Place the fried awama on paper towels to absorb excess oil, then while still warm, toss them in honey or sugar syrup.
