Algerian Brâdj | Diamond Cookies
Learn how to make Algerian Brâdj, the diamond-shaped date paste filled semolina cookies that are best served with a glass of fresh milk or laban.
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In a wide-mouthed shallow tray add the semolina and the salt. Pour in the melted butter and start to rub the mixture between your hands until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Stir in the orange blossom water and mix thoroughly. Add just enough water to bring it together to form a dough. Divide the dough into two equal balls. (the date dough has to be the same size as one-half of this semolina dough)
In a small ball mix all the date dough ingredients (date paste, butter, cinnamon powder, sesame seeds and orange blossom water) until you have a soft, non-sticky date paste dough.
Take a zip lock bag and tear it open into two equal-sized sheets or you can use baking paper or similar plastic sheets. Place one semolina dough ball on one of the sheets and close it with the other piece. Start pressing the dough with your palms to form a neat shape round and keep it aside. Repeat the same for the other portion of the semolina dough.
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Date Paste: If you don't get date paste, just soak pitted dates overnight and make a paste with very little water and a dash of oil.
water: May be less or more as it depends on the kind of semolina you use.
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i tried making these but they came out a bit dry and crumbly, perhaps it is my lack of experience handling all semolina dough. semolina is very rare and very expensive where i live, i rarely have a chance to buy it and use it.
very interesting cookie, thank you for this lovely recipe.
I am so inspired to follow your globecooking series for myself. Its a great way to be introduced to different cuisines. One of my friends here is Algerian and she recently introduced me to Ras el hanout when she added to a dish she cooked. Love how easy and delicious these algerian bradj sound and look. Next time I meet my friend I will boast about knowing more about her cuisine.
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