A rich, dense pudding made from dates, bread crumbs, cardamom, and ghee, baked until firm and sliced into squares. A traditional Omani dessert that transforms simple pantry staples into a decadent sweet.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Instructions
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Soak dates in warm water until soft, then mash into a thick paste.
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Mix date paste with bread crumbs, melted ghee, cardamom, cinnamon, and saffron.
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Press mixture firmly into a greased baking dish.
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Bake at 170C for 25 minutes until firm and slightly golden on top.
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Cool, drizzle with honey, cut into squares, and serve.
Did You Know?
Maldouf was historically made as a way to use stale bread and overripe dates, turning food that might otherwise be wasted into a prized dessert.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- baking dish
- mixing bowl
- oven
The Story Behind Maldouf
Maldouf exemplifies Omani resourcefulness in the kitchen. In a land where dates are abundant and bread is baked daily, combining the two into a sweet was a natural innovation. The dessert is particularly associated with interior Oman and mountain communities, where simple ingredients had to serve many purposes.
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