Aseeda with Honey and Cardamom
Aseeda is a traditional Saudi Arabian comfort food, a warm and dense pudding-like dish made from flour, butter, and honey, often flavored with cardamom. It's typically served as a sweet ending to a meal or as a breakfast treat.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Water
- 1/2 cup Butter(plus more for serving)
- 1/2 cup Honey(plus more for serving)
- 1 tsp Ground cardamom
- 2 tbsp Sugar(optional, for extra sweetness)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the flour and water until smooth and no lumps remain. Ensure there are no dry pockets of flour.
- 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon or whisk. The mixture will start to thicken.
- 3
As the mixture thickens, add the butter and honey. Continue stirring vigorously to incorporate them fully into the pudding.
- 4
Add the ground cardamom and optional sugar. Keep stirring until the aseeda reaches a thick, porridge-like consistency, similar to mashed potatoes. This should take about 20-25 minutes.
- 5
Once the desired consistency is reached, remove from heat. The aseeda should be dense and hold its shape.
- 6
Spoon the aseeda into individual serving bowls. Top each serving with an extra knob of butter and a drizzle of honey.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Stirring constantly is key to achieving a smooth texture and preventing lumps.
- ✓The consistency should be very thick; if it's too thin, cook for a few more minutes.
- ✓Adjust the amount of honey to your preference.
🔄 Variations
- Add a pinch of saffron for color and flavor.
- Serve with chopped nuts like pistachios or almonds for added texture.
- Some variations include a touch of rosewater.