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Lokhemat | Traditional Deep-fried Dessert From Oman, Arabian Peninsula | TasteAtlas

Lokhemat

Lokhemat is a traditional sweet originating from Oman. It's made with a mixture of flour and yeast that's flavored with cardamom. The dough is shaped into balls that are deep-fried in hot oil until golden. Once done, lokhemat is served with a syrup based on sweet limes and cardamom.


The balls are typically served as an accompaniment to black coffee, and the sweetness of lokhemat counteracts the bitterness of the beverage. Lokhemat can also be drizzled with honey and it's often served for Ramadhan and festive occasions.

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