
Coconut and Semolina Ghoriba
If you were sitting in our family salon right now, I would serve you this. Chewy, moist, and incredibly fragrant cookies made from desiccated coconut and fine semolina, heavily dusted with icing sugar. Rooted deeply in our Berber and Andalusian heritage, this is more than just a dish—it's a story told through spices. Trust me, you'll need plenty of crusty bread to soak up every last drop.
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Ingredients
- Desiccated coconut
- Fine semolina
- Eggs
- Sugar
- Oil
- Baking powder
- Lemon zest
- Icing sugar
- 1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
What is the secret to perfecting this classic?
Start by gathering your ingredients. The magic always begins with patience and the right spices.
Mix eggs sugar oil and lemon zest.
Add the coconut then gradually add semolina until a sticky dough forms.
Roll into balls then roll heavily in icing sugar.
Bake just until they crack and set; they must remain chewy inside.
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