Jazarie
4 servings
40 minutes
Jazariyah is a traditional Arab dessert from the Levant that impresses with its simplicity and rich flavor. Its base is caramelized carrots infused with the aromas of cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla, with subtle citrus notes of lemon juice. Nuts add texture while coconut flakes provide lightness and exotic sweetness. This dessert embodies a balance between the natural sweetness of vegetables and the spicy richness of Eastern spices. In ancient times, jazariyah was a treat prepared for special occasions, holidays, and family celebrations. Today it remains popular for its tender, slightly chewy taste and ease of preparation. It can be served as an exquisite dessert with tea, garnished with nuts and fruits or as a simple yet elegant sweet snack.
1
Peel the carrot and grate it on a coarse grater.
- Carrot: 400 g
2
Sprinkle the carrots with sugar, mix, and leave overnight for the carrots to release juice.
- Carrot: 400 g
- Brown sugar: 400 g
3
Boil the carrots on low heat, adding cinnamon, cloves, vanillin, and lemon juice.
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cloves: 0.5 teaspoon
- Vanillin: pinch
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
4
Over time, the carrot will become transparent and the syrup will thicken.
5
Turn off the heat and let it cool a bit. At this stage, add the chopped nuts.
- Walnuts: 65 g
6
Then, moistening your hands in cold water each time, shape balls from the carrot mixture.
7
Then immediately roll them in coconut flakes and place them on a plate.
- Coconut flakes: 100 g
8
It can be shaped into a sausage and wrapped in foil, and when it cools down, it can be cut into pieces.