Dessert
Assida Zgougou

Assida Zgougou

Tunisia

70Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
9Steps
About

A dark, silky Tunisian pudding made from ground Aleppo pine seeds, layered with cream and nuts, traditionally prepared to celebrate the Mawlid.

Equipment
  • Blender or fine sieve
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Bowl
  • Serving glasses
Ingredients
Zgougou (Aleppo pine seeds)250 g
Cornflour4 tbsp
Sugar1 cup
Water1.5 L
Milk500 ml
Cream for topping250 ml
Mixed nuts (pistachio, almond, pine)to garnish

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