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Kalb-el-louz

(Chamia, H'rissa, Qalb ellouz, Qalb el louz, Kalb bel louz, قلب اللوز)

Kalb-el-louz is a popular Algerian baked dessert consisting of semolina and ground almonds as key ingredients. It's typically flavored with cardamom, cinnamon, vanilla, and orange blossom water. After it has been cooked, kalb-el-louz is combined with a fragrant syrup that makes it sweet.


In the west of Algeria, it is also known as chamia, while in the east, it is known as h'rissa. This dessert is especially popular during the month of Ramadan, when it is traditionally paired with a cup of coffee.

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