Friday, September 26, 2014

Simsimeyeh (Sesame Brittle) - West Bank

Simsimeyeh (Sesame Brittle)

W for West Bank. It is a land locked territory wedged between Israel, Jordan and the Dead sea. It has been a conflict ridden area for more than 50 years now.

But it is very interesting to note that in spite of the conflict, development and education have not taken a back seat.

Regarding this addictive Brittle, it is supposed be a favorite snack for kids and adults alike and our family totally agrees. I found it tastes better with honey instead of the traditional jaggery/sugar syrup which we make back home.


Simsimeyeh (Sesame Brittle)

Recipe Source here
Ingredients - 

Sesame Seeds 1/2 cup
Honey 2 tsp


Simsimeyeh (Sesame Brittle)

Method Of Preparation -


Dry roast the sesame seeds on medium heat until they turn a shade of brown and start to crackle. 

Reduce the heat to low and drizzle the honey.

Remove from heat and mix well so all the seeds are coated with honey.

Transfer onto a greased plate or parchment lined cookie tray. The mixture will be sticky, so don't attempt to smooth it.

Set aside for 2-3 minutes. Pat into a thin layer pushing in the stray seeds with your fingers. Smooth the top and let it cool for about 10 minutes.

Slice into required shapes with a strong knife and enjoy.


Simsimeyeh (Sesame Brittle)





Preparation Time 20 min
Makes 12 - 1 inch squares

15 comments:

  1. Sesame brittle is very cute. Bookmarking the recipe and honey is a nice substitute for sugar & jaggery

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  2. So similar to out sankranti tilgul! Nice snack.

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  3. Wow this brittle is sooo tempting, love that it goes for honey instead of sugar or jaggery,i can munch some without any guilt.

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  4. Harini the brittle looks awesome ..I am a great fan of sesame and would love to try this one. Does it set so well even though it is not baked? Will try to work on it soon . awesome recipe.

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  5. I totally agree that it is very addictive. I have made it earlier for one of the BMs and I think it is Sindhis who make this.

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  6. my husband would ensure i make it if he sees this recipe...he is a big fan of honey

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  7. awesome recipe. I am impressed that you need not cook it furthur or bake it.

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  8. Harini, I am not sure how I missed this, but such a wonderful recipe..I love both honey and sesame..so a great one for me to make..

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  9. Just 2 ingredients for an amazing dessert. Well presented.

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  10. You have made it into perfect rectangles. We are a great fan of sesame candies. Need to try your recipe as it seems easy..

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  11. These look so great Harini and the method looks so easy. I love sesame brittles and am sure to make this

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  12. Wow.. Very easy to make brittle recipe. Yum.

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  13. britttle with honey is such an lovely twist to our Indian version :) looks yumm !!

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  14. honey flavored brittle must taste awesome

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