Barakah-Bites

Khaliyat al Nahal , also known as Honey Comb Bread, is a soft and fluffy Middle Eastern Bread Made of small pillowy buns arranged in a honeycomb pattern. Each bun is traditionally filled with cheese or sweet filling custard or or dates but  I prefer cheese then brushed with egg wash and baked untill golden. So lets dive into this mouth watering delicious khaliyat al Nahal. To make khaliyat al Nahal we need, Ingrediants: For the dough 3 Cups All purpose flour or Plain flour 2tsp instant yeast 3 tbsb sugar (optional) 1/2 tsp salt  1/2 cup warm milk as you need if you need you add little bit when needing the dough 1/4 melted butter or ghee 1 egg 2tbsp plain yogurt For the filling you need  cream cheese ( kiri ) or  laughing cow cheese. For brushing 1 egg yolk (mixed with 1tbsp milk) sesame or nigella seeds For the syrup  1/2 cup sugar  1/4 water 1tbsp honey(optional) 1/4 lemon Juice Method  Mix flour salt yeast in a bowl  Add warm milk ghee or butter...

Favourite street style chicken shawarma made easy at home! This juicy, flavourful shawarma wrap is perfect for weeknights or  gatherings.  so to start preparing for shawarma we need,   Ingredients: 500g chicken breast (thinly sliced) 2 tbsp yogurt 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp each: cumin, coriander, paprika, garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Flatbreads or wraps Garlic sauce, lettuce, cucumber, red onions Instructions: 1. Mix chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, and spices. Let marinate for at least 1 hour its taste even better if marinated for over night. 2. Grill or pan-fry until golden and fully cooked. 3. Serve in a warm wrap with garlic sauce and fresh veggies. simple and easy enjoy with your favourite sauce.  #shawarma #halalrecipes #quickdinner #barakahbites share my recipes if you like it and also if you need any specific recipes do let me know in the comment section. jazakAllah khair, your sister in faith.

There is nothing quite like the aroma, Of homemade pitta bread fresh out of the oven Soft and fluffy slightly chewy this middle eastern classic is easier to make then you think with just few ingredients you can enjoy fresh pitta bread at home perfect for wraps dips or sandwiches  Follow this   simple recipe to make perfect pitta bread that puffs beautifully every time step-by-step recipes perfect for beginners. To make pitta bread we need Ingredients    2 1/2 cups of all purpose flour extra for dusting  1 teaspoon salt  1 teaspoon sugar  2 teaspoon instant yeast 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 cup warm water(around 110°F/43°c) Method   1. Activate the yeast   In a small ball combine the warm water,sugar,and yeast.stir it gently let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until frothy.this step ensures that pitta bread rise properly. 2. Prepare the dough   In a large bowl mix the flour and salt Create a well in the centre,pour in the yeast mixture and...

 This halal tiramisu is creamy and indulgent, dessert made without alcohol or raw eggs. Perfect for those follow halal lifestyle and perfect those have Allergy to eggs,layers with coffee soaked halal sponge cake or lady finger biscuits, are combined with a smooth mascarapone cheese cream and finished with dusting the cocoa powder.Its ultimate no bake treat and thats both elegant and satisfying ideal for gatherings holidays or whenever you are craving a sweet Italian classic with a wholesome twist. So, lets dive into this yummy halal tiramisu. To make this dessert we need, Ingredients  For the cream layer  250 gram mascarapone (cheese room temp) 200 gram whipped cream  4tbsp powdered sugar 1tsp vanilla extract   For the Coffee soak Strong coffee Other ingredient  Sliced Sponge cake (madeira)or finger biscuits Cocoa powder for dusting. Instructions  Prepare the Coffee in the cold water set aside. In a bowl whip the cold whipped cream untill stiff pe...

Here is the flavourful and authentic kabsa (Arabic chicken and rice) recipe a popular middle eastern main dish thats perfect for family meals and gatherings. Chicken kabsa recipe  Ingredients  For the chicken  1 whole chicken cut into pieces or 1 kg chicken  2tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion finely chopped 4 garlic cloves minced 2 tomato finely chopped 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 large carrot grated  1 green chilly slit (optional) Salt to taste  Kabsa spices  1tsp black pepper 1tsp cumin 1tsp coriander powder  1tsp cinnamon  1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp turmeric  1tsp cardamom  1/2 cloves 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg  Dried black limes loomi pierced with knife For the rice 2 cups of basmati rice rinse and soaked for 30 minutes 4 cups chicken broth from cooking the chicken Raisin and roasted almonds for garnishing Method Heat oil in a large pot,add chicken pieces and brown on all sides remove znd set a side. Saute veggies In the same pot  add...

Maqluba literally means upside down and its exactly tgat layers of meat vegetables,and rice cooked together in one pot .tgen flipped onto a platter for a stunningreveal.its one pot wonder that brings barakah to the table and joy to hearts. Ingredients (serves 6) For the meat  500g lamb or chicken with bone preffered  For flavour. 1 onion,halved 2 bay leaves 4-5 black k peppercorns  Salt to taste Vegetables (fried or air fried) 1large egg plant aur aubergine sliced into rounds 2 potatoes,sliced 1 small cauliflower cut into florets Carrots and bell peppers (optional) Rice 2 cups basmati soaked for 30 minutes  1 tsp mixed spice (bharat) 1 tpsp cinnamon  1 tpsp turmeric Salt to taste 3 cups meat broth (from cooking the meat)  Method 1.Cook the meat In a large pot boil the mear with onion bay leaves peppercorns and salt for 30 to 40 minutes Untill tender.skim foam as it forms.strain and reserve the broth 2.Prepare and fry the vegetables  Lightly salt and fr...