Meghli
Experience the rich traditions of Lebanese cuisine with Meghli, a comforting dessert that combines silky rice flour with aromatic spices like cinnamon and anise. This creamy pudding is perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, or simply indulging your sweet cravings. Garnished with crunchy nuts and coconut flakes, Meghli can be enjoyed warm or chilled, making it a delightful treat any time of year.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice flour
- 4 cups water
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp anise seeds
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds or walnuts (toasted)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Instructions
- Prepare all your ingredients by measuring them out in advance.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, mix rice flour with 1 cup of water until smooth. Allow it to thicken slightly.
- Gradually add the remaining 3 cups of water while stirring continuously. Then add sugar, cinnamon, and anise seeds until fully combined and bubbling.
- Cook on low heat for about 10 minutes or until thickened to your liking.
- Pour into individual serving dishes or one large mold, let cool, then refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Once set, garnish with toasted nuts and coconut flakes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg