Shamakia
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of *Shamakia*, a creamy and aromatic Middle Eastern-inspired dessert that’s as elegant as it is easy to prepare. This chilled pudding-like treat combines the richness of milk with the delicate sweetness of rose water and the warm spice of cardamom, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Thickened with cornstarch and topped with vibrant chopped pistachios, Shamakia is a visually stunning dessert ideal for special occasions or an indulgent everyday treat. Ready in just 30 minutes with a few simple ingredients, this no-bake recipe is guaranteed to impress. Serve it chilled and let its silky texture melt in your mouth—pure bliss in every bite! **Keywords:** Shamakia recipe, creamy Middle Eastern dessert, rose water pudding, easy no-bake dessert, pistachio garnish recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Milk
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Rose water
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.25 cup Chopped pistachios
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until you have a smooth, lump-free slurry. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent it from scorching. Once it starts to steam (not boil), add the sugar and whisk until fully dissolved.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Stir constantly to ensure the mixture remains smooth and doesn’t form lumps.
Continue to cook the mixture over low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
Once thickened, stir in the rose water and ground cardamom, mixing well to distribute the flavors evenly.
Turn off the heat and pour the mixture into individual serving dishes or a single large dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
Allow the Shamakia to cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.
Before serving, garnish with chopped pistachios for a burst of color and flavor.
Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, aromatic dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 388 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.0 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.9 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1265 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1853 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
