Luqaimat
Luqaimat are small, deep-fried dough balls that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, typically drizzled with date syrup or honey. They are a popular sweet treat in Saudi Arabia, especially during Ramadan, symbolizing hospitality and celebration.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 1 tsp
- 2 tbsp
- 1 cup
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- as needed
- for drizzling
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Saudi Arabian
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Luqaimat has roots in Arabian Peninsula culinary traditions and is historically tied to festive occasions and communal gatherings in Saudi culture, reflecting the region's use of simple ingredients transformed through frying.
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