Bride’s Fingers (Asabe’ Al-Arous) – Recipe and Preparation Steps

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Bride’s Fingers (Asabe’ Al-Arous) – Recipe and Preparation Steps

Bride’s Fingers is a traditional dessert that has been enjoyed for generations, particularly in the Levant region. It is a popular sweet dish served after Ramadan iftar. Known for its delightful taste and ease of preparation, its ingredients are often readily available at home, making it a go-to dessert for many households. Below are the ingredients and steps to prepare this delicious treat.

Ingredients for Bride’s Fingers:

Bride’s Fingers (Asabe’ Al-Arous)

 

  • ¼ cup liquid milk.
  • 1½ cups all-purpose white flour.
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil.
  • 1 egg.
  • ¼ cup sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
  • A suitable amount of simple syrup (qater) or honey (as preferred).
  • Vegetable oil for frying (as needed).
  • Optional garnish: crushed pistachios or shredded coconut.

Steps to Prepare Bride’s Fingers:

1. Prepare the Dough:

  1. In a deep mixing bowl, combine the egg and vegetable oil. Whisk thoroughly.
  2. Add sugar, liquid milk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and baking powder to the bowl. Mix well until the ingredients are fully blended.
  3. Gradually add the flour to the mixture while stirring continuously with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.
  4. Cover the dough with a cloth or place it in a bag and let it rest for 10 minutes.

2. Fry the Dough:

  1. Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat until hot.
  2. Transfer the dough to a piping bag (or a sturdy plastic bag) and cut a small hole at the tip.
  3. Squeeze out 5 cm (2-inch) lengths of dough, cutting them off as they emerge, and carefully drop them into the hot oil.
  4. Fry the dough pieces until golden brown, then remove them and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

3. Add the Syrup or Honey:

  1. Once the fried dough has cooled slightly, drizzle cold syrup or honey over the pieces. Alternatively, dip the fried pieces into cold syrup briefly and remove them immediately.
  2. Garnish with crushed pistachios or shredded coconut, if desired.

Optional Variation:

  1. Divide the dough into two portions. Roll each portion into a thin sheet and fill with Kiri cheese or any cream cheese. Roll the dough into a log, cut into finger-sized pieces, and proceed to fry them as above. Add syrup or honey to finish.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve Bride’s Fingers warm in a suitable dish. They pair wonderfully with tea or coffee.

Enjoy this sweet treat with your family or guests! Bon Appétit!

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