Moroccan Chebakia Bites with Mozzarella
A twist on traditional Moroccan pastries, these crispy bites are filled with melted mozzarella cheese and perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 cups Flourall-purpose flour
- ●1 cup Confectioners' sugarfor dusting
- ●2 tablespoons Vibrant orange blossom wateroptional
- ●1/2 cup Crispy chopped almondsfor garnish
- ●8 ounces Mozzarella cheeseshredded
- ●1 teaspoon Moroccan spice blendground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cumin
- ●1 package Chebakiastore-bought or homemade
- ●1 cup Vegetable oilfor frying
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, confectioners' sugar, and Moroccan spice blend.
- 3
Add the vibrant orange blossom water and mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth.
- 5
Divide the dough into small balls and flatten each into a disk.
- 6
Place a piece of chebakia in the center of each disk and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 7
Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- 8
Fry the pastries in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 9
Drain the pastries on paper towels and dust with confectioners' sugar.
- 10
Garnish with crispy chopped almonds and serve warm.