Name: Bouza
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 table spoons of sesame paste; 3 table spoons of hazelnut powder (or hazelnut paste); 6 table spoons of sorghum powder; 6 tbsp of sugar (or more); 3 cups of water; 2 cups of milk (more or less, depends on the desired consistency)

Bouza is a traditionnal Tunisian dessert, typically prepared during the holy month of Ramadan.
It can be presented as a cream or a sweet drink.

RECIPE

3 table spoons of sesame paste

3 table spoons of hazelnut powder (or hazelnut paste)

6 table spoons of sorghum powder

6 tbsp of sugar (or more)

3 cups of water

2 cups of milk (more or less, depends on the desired consistency)

Mix the sesame paste, the hazelnut powder, and the sorghum powder with some water and blend to have a smooth texture.
Transfer in a pan, then add the remaining water.
Bring the mixture to boil while stirring continuously.
When the cream becomes thick, add milk and sugar.
Continue stirring and bring to boil again.
The added quantity of milk depends essentially on the desired consistency of the bouza; liquid or thick like a castard.
Bouza is served warm, as a thick cream or as a drink.

RECIPE

ENJOY YOUR HOMEMADE TREAT!