Lokma/luqma

Lokma/luqma Ingredients

For the dough3 cups of all purpose flour2 tbs of cornstarch1 1/2 – 2 cups of water (start with 1 cup and add gradually as needed)4 tbsp of yogurt1 tsp of sugar1 tsp yeast2-3 cups of oil for frying

For The Sugar Syrup

3 cups of sugar1 1/2 cup of water1 tbsp of lemonDash of orange blossom water(optional)

Steps

To Prepare your syrupAdd sugar, water and lemon to a a sauce pan, bring them to a boil, simmer until the mixture is thickened. Add your orange blossom water and set aside.To make your AwamehStart by Mixing the dry ingredients. Then, add your liquids.Mix them well and knead using your hands. The dough should be more on the liquid side and sticky.Cover the dough and place in a warm place for an house or two depending on the weather (warmer weather needs less time)Place your dough in a piping bag and let it rest for another 10 minHeat your oil shape little balls using the piping bag. Dip your scissors in oil and cut the shaped balls into the oil.Once the dough starts floating to the top on the oil, continue to stir until the desired golden color is achieved.Remove from the heat and drop into the syrup immediately.If you like crispier awameh, you can double fry them then add them into the syrupEnjoy!