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Sellou (also known as Zamita or Sfouf)

Sellou (also known as Zamita or Sfouf)

A unique and energy-packed Moroccan sweet, Sellou is a dry, crumbly, and utterly delicious mixture of roasted flour, fried almonds, sesame seeds, and aromatic spices, all bound together with honey and oil. It is traditionally prepared for special occasions, especially during Ramadan, as it provides sustained energy throughout the day. Eaten by hand or with a spoon

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 45
Cook Time: 15
Servings: 20
Difficulty: Medium

Ingredients

  • 500g all-purpose flour
  • 300g blanched almonds
  • 200g sesame seeds
  • 1 tsp ground anise seeds
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground mastic gum (optional)
  • 150ml vegetable oil (or argan oil)
  • 250g honey
  • 1 tsp melted butter (optional, for richness)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

A unique and energy-packed Moroccan sweet, Sellou is a dry, crumbly, and utterly delicious mixture of roasted flour, fried almonds, sesame seeds, and aromatic spices, all bound together with honey and oil. It is traditionally prepared for special occasions, especially during Ramadan, as it provides sustained energy throughout the day. Eaten by hand or with a spoon, it has a sandy, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich, nutty, spiced flavor.

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