Description
Meghli is a traditional Lebanese dessert that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. This aromatic spiced rice pudding, topped with crunchy nuts and sweet coconut, offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures in every creamy bite. Perfect for special occasions or cozy nights at home, this dish invites you to share cherished moments with loved ones while enjoying its nostalgic taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice flour
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1 tsp cinnamon (or 1 cinnamon stick)
- 1 tsp crushed anise seeds
- 5 cardamom pods (crushed)
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pistachios, almonds)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together rice flour and 4 cups of cold water until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened and bubbly.
- Add sugar, cinnamon, anise seeds, and cardamom pods. Stir well to combine and cook for another minute.
- Pour the mixture into serving bowls or one large dish. Let it cool slightly before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Once chilled, garnish with chopped nuts and shredded coconut before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg