Ghriba

Crumbly almond or sesame shortbread cookies with a cracked sugar crust that melt in the mouth.

Ingredients

• 600g ground beef
• 300g couscous
• 2 tsp finely chopped red onion
• 1 tsp harissa paste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 potatoes, chopped
• a handful of fresh parsley, chopped
• a generous spoonful of orange blossom water
• 400ml water
• 2 tsp ras el hanout

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven (or set up your steamer or frying station) and lightly grease your pan or molds with butter.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the crusty bread and saffron threads until evenly combined.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, blend the honey with the chicken stock until smooth and well incorporated.

4. 4

   Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, taking care not to overmix.

5. 5

   Transfer everything to your prepared pan or molds and cook — bake, steam, chill, or fry — until set, about 15 mins.

6. 6

   Remove from the heat and let it cool completely; this helps the texture firm up perfectly.

7. 7

   Garnish with cilantro or a dusting of dried apricots.

8. 8

   Slice or portion into servings and serve.

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