Lgeimat bil Jibn

Name: Lgeimat bil Jibn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Emirati
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 packet instant yeast; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 cup warm water; Pinch of saffron in 1 tbsp warm water; 1/2 tsp cardamom; Cream cheese or akkawi cheese, cubed small; Oil for deep frying; Date syrup (dibs) for drizzling; Sesame seeds

لقيمات بالجبن (leh-GAY-maht bil JIBN)

Cheese-Filled Dumplings

⏱ Prep Time 45 min

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 284 kcal

Crispy fried dough balls stuffed with stretchy cream cheese, drizzled with date syrup. A modern twist on the classic luqaimat, combining salty cheese with sweet syrup.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 8.0g

Carbs 36.0g

Fat 12.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

deep fryer or heavy pot mixing bowl slotted spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: serving plate

Garnishes: date syrup drizzle, sesame seeds, crushed pistachios

Accompaniments: Arabic coffee, mint tea

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet instant yeast
1 tbsp sugar
1 cup warm water
Pinch of saffron in 1 tbsp warm water
1/2 tsp cardamom
Cream cheese or akkawi cheese, cubed small
Oil for deep frying
Date syrup (dibs) for drizzling
Sesame seeds

Instructions

1
Mix flour, yeast, sugar, cardamom, saffron water, and warm water into a thick batter. Rest 1 hour until bubbly.
2
Heat oil to 170°C for deep frying.
3
Take a small ball of batter, press a cube of cheese into the center, and seal.
4
Drop carefully into hot oil. Fry until golden and puffed, turning for even color.
5
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels.
6
Pile on a plate, drizzle generously with date syrup and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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Did You Know?

This cheese-filled version went viral on social media in the UAE and is now a Ramadan food truck staple across Dubai.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

deep fryer or heavy pot
mixing bowl
slotted spoon

Garnishing

date syrup drizzle, sesame seeds, crushed pistachios

Accompaniments

Arabic coffee, mint tea

The Story Behind Lgeimat bil Jibn

Lgeimat bil jibn represents the evolution of Emirati cuisine, taking the beloved traditional luqaimat and adding a modern cheese filling that creates an irresistible sweet-salty combination. This innovation emerged from Dubai's food scene where traditional recipes are constantly reimagined. The stretchy cheese pull when you bite into these golden dumplings, combined with the sweetness of date syrup, has made them a sensation at Ramadan food markets and modern Emirati cafes.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dessert, ramadan treats 📜 Origins: Modern Emirati innovation

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