Bahrain Sesame Seed Sticks (Asaabi'Simsim)

by olga

Servings:

INGREDIENTS

1 cup sesame seeds, toasted and pulverized
1/3 cup flour
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
salt and pepper to taste
water
oil for frying

INSTRUCTIONS

Place all ingredients, except water and oil, in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Add water gradually, and knead until a dough is formed. Roll into finger sticks and set aside.

Place cooking oil in a saucepan to a depth of a 1/2 inch and heat. Fry sticks over medium heat until they turn golden brown. Drain on paper towels; serve hot or cold.

Makes about 2 dozen sticks.

CHEF COMMENTS

From the days of The Arabian Nights, and even before, sesame seeds have been a part of Arab cuisine. However, this dish probably originated in India.

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