Egyptian Sahlab Or Sahlep

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The website which i got this from says this is a popular winter beverage in egypt. Usually it's made from the starchy bulbs of a plant called orchis mascula. For those who don't get original sahlep powder, this is a recipe with cornstarch as a substitute. Feel free to use the original thing, though :)

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Steps

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Mix cornstarch with two tablespoons of the milk until smooth.

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Bring remaining milk to a boil , stir in the dissolved starch , whisking with a whisk so that the liquid gets smooth.

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Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes , stirring constantly , until milk thickens.

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Stir in sugar.

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Add rose water or orange blossom water.

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Serve hot in cups or mugs , garnish with chopped pistacchios and cinnamon.

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Enjoy !.

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Ingredients

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cornstarch, milk, sugar, rose water, orange blossom water, pistachios, cinnamon