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RCI-DS.003.0280.001

Selloh

This snack is often served during Ramadan in Morroco, but their nutritious goodness make them a healthy snack every time. This makes about 40.

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

Method

1
Spread the wheat flour in an even layer in a dry heavy-bottomed skillet or oven-safe pan and toast over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it turns a light golden-brown color and releases a nutty aroma. Be careful not to scorch the flour; this step is critical for the final flavor.
15 minutes
2
Remove the toasted flour from the heat and allow it to cool completely on a clean tray or wide plate. Sift the flour once cooled to remove any lumps and set aside.
15 minutes
3
In a separate dry skillet, toast the almonds over medium heat, stirring frequently, until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool completely.
8 minutes
4
Transfer the cooled toasted almonds to a food processor and grind them into a fine powder. Add the aniseed and cinnamon to the processor and pulse briefly to combine all spices evenly.
5 minutes
5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sifted toasted flour, ground almond-spice mixture, and powdered sugar, stirring thoroughly until all dry ingredients are well incorporated.
5 minutes
6
Gently warm the honey until it becomes slightly runny, then slowly drizzle it into the dry mixture while stirring continuously to bring the ingredients together into a cohesive, crumbly dough.
5 minutes
7
Knead the mixture gently with your hands until it reaches a uniform, dense, and slightly moist consistency. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more powdered sugar or honey as desired.
5 minutes
8
Shape the selloh into a mound or press it into a serving dish, then garnish the top with slivered almonds arranged in a decorative pattern. Serve at room temperature as a snack or festive treat.