How to make Meghli
Meghli is one of the delicious Lebanese desserts cooked or made across the country and served on various occasions, including the celebration of new childbirth, Ramadan, Eid, and Christmas.
It is a cinnamon-spiced rice pudding served in individual bowls. Most people top it with shredded coconut, almonds, walnuts, and other nuts. So, not only is Meghli delicious, but it also offers a wide range of health benefits.
For example, cinnamon has excellent anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral properties. Meghli supports your gut health and manages your blood pressure. It is also beneficial for your brain’s health, thanks to the variety of nuts. Here is how you can make Meghli at home. Read on!
Ingredients
- ½ cup of rice flour
- ¾ cup of granulated sugar
- One tablespoon of Caraway
- Four cups of water
- One tablespoon of ground cinnamon
- Pine nuts
- Shredded coconut
- Crushed pistachio
- Sliced almonds
Instructions
- Use a medium-sized pot to combine all dry ingredients
- Add water to the pot and whisk for a few minutes
- Make sure the water has a room temperature – You can use cold water
- Place the pot on the stove and set the heat to medium temperature
- Boil the ingredients for five to seven minutes
- Continue whisking to prevent the flour from clumping
- Lower the heat after the pudding starts to boil
- Whisk the mixture for 20 minutes more to thicken the pudding
- Ensure the pudding has a perfect consistency
- Add hot pudding into four to five individual bowls
- Use different nuts to top the pudding – Use your creativity
- Set aside the pudding for a few minutes to thicken
- Leave it for a few minutes to cool down
- Place the bowls in the fridge for four to five hours
- Serve Meghli to your family and friends