Shebakia Moroccan Pastry also known as Chebakia, Griwech or Griouech

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 1 extra-large egg
• 7 oz. unhulled sesame seeds (about 1.5 cups)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground anise
• 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads (crumbled)
• 1 pinch mastic or gum arabic (crushed)
• 1/4 cup orange flower water
• 1 teaspoon yeast (dissolved in 1/4 cup warm water)
• For Cooking and Garnishing:
• 36 oz. honey (approx.)
• 2 tablespoons orange flower water
• 6 cups vegetable oil (for frying (approx.))
• 1/2 cup unhulled sesame seeds (toasted, for garnish)