Luqaimat
Also: Legaimat, Lgeimat · اللقيمات
Crisp golden dumplings drenched in date molasses — Ramadan's first sweet.
Story & History
Luqaimat — from luqma, 'a little bite' — is the Ramadan sweet found on nearly every iftar table: a saffron-cardamom fermented batter fried into small crisp spheres, then showered with date molasses and sesame. The contrast of crackling shell and tender heart is its magic.
Occasions
- Ramadan, after iftar
- Festivals and heritage events
Core Ingredients
- Flour
- Yeast
- Saffron and cardamom
- Yoghurt or water
- Date molasses and sesame
Traditional Method Outline
- Mix a loose batter and let it ferment
- Fry small spoonfuls in deep oil until golden and crisp
- Drain and drench with date molasses at once
Serving
Served hot and immediate, with Arabic coffee or karak tea.
Allergens
- Gluten
- Dairy (yoghurt)
- Sesame
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Documentation
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