Name: Chebakia Recipe - Moroccan Sesame and Honey Cookies
Prep time: 90 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 180 min
Ingredients: 7 oz. unhulled sesame seeds (about 1.5cups); 4 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground anise; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamo; 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled to a powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 pinch mastic or gum arabic drops (mix with 1/4 teaspoon sugar and crush to a powder); 1 extra large egg; 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted); 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup vinegar; 1/4 cup orange flower water; 1 teaspoon yeast (dissolved in 1/4 cup warm water); 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)