Bint as-Sahn
Middle Eastern

Bint as-Sahn

Delicate layers of pastry, brushed with butter and drizzled with honey, sprinkled with black cumin for a sweet and nutty finish.

Hard3 hours

Where it comes from

Bint as-Sahn is a quintessential Yemeni dessert, often served during celebrations, reflecting the country's long history of honey and spice trade.

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Prepare a dough with flour, yeast, eggs, and sugar.

  2. 2

    Roll out the dough into thin layers.

  3. 3

    Brush each layer with melted butter and stack them.

  4. 4

    Bake until golden and crisp.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with honey and sprinkle black cumin before serving.

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