Levantine

Luxurious Lebanese Aish El Saraya

A delicious traditional Levantine dessert featuring a caramelized toast layer topped with rich cream and nuts.

45 min 4 servings 420 cal/serving Medium 5 views
Luxurious Lebanese Aish El Saraya

Instructions

  1. Toasting the Bread
    Toast the crustless toast slices in the oven at 180°C until golden and lightly crispy, then arrange them in a serving dish. · 10 min
  2. Preparing the Caramel
    In a saucepan over medium heat, place the sugar and let it melt and caramelize to a golden amber color. Carefully add hot water along with lemon juice, stirring until the caramel dissolves completely, then remove from heat and stir in one tablespoon of orange blossom water. · 8 min
  3. Soaking the Toast
    Gradually pour the hot caramel syrup over the toasted bread pieces until they fully absorb it and become tender, then set aside to cool. · 5 min
  4. Cooking the Pudding
    In a separate saucepan off the heat, mix the milk and cornstarch thoroughly until completely dissolved, then place over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens into a smooth pudding. · 7 min
  5. Preparing the Cream
    Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the cream and one tablespoon of orange blossom water, whisking well until smooth and creamy. · 2 min
  6. Chilling
    Spread the cream layer evenly over the bread base, then place the dish in the refrigerator for at least two hours until fully set. · 2 h
  7. Garnishing and Serving
    Garnish the surface with crushed pistachios and candied lemon blossoms, and serve chilled.

Nutrition / serving

420
cal
7.5
protein g
58
carbs g
18
fat g

Chef's tips

For the best result, make sure to pour the hot caramel syrup over cold toast or vice versa so the bread absorbs the syrup without turning soggy, and be careful not to burn the sugar so it retains its sweet taste without any bitterness.