Olive Oil Flax Halva

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons flaxseeds
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1.5 cups water

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   For the syrup, heat water and sugar in a small saucepan until the sugar dissolves, then set aside without boiling.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a wide pan, add flour, and roast on low heat until lightly golden.

3. 3

   Add flaxseeds to the roasted flour and continue roasting for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Lower the heat and slowly pour the warm syrup into the halva while stirring constantly.

5. 5

   Cook while stirring until the halva gathers from the sides of the pan and thickens.

6. 6

   Serve warm or at room temperature.

Note. Keeping the heat low while roasting the flour prevents burning and enhances the flavor.