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VEGAN EGYPTIAN UMM ALI
Ingredients
- 4 cups day-old bread torn into small pieces
- 2 cups almond milk or any non-dairy milk
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). If you prefer to use a microwave, you can skip preheating the oven.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the almond milk, coconut milk, and sugar over medium heat until it comes to a simmer. Stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Set the mixture aside.
- In a baking dish, spread the torn bread pieces evenly.
- Pour the milk mixture over the bread, making sure all the bread is soaked. Let it sit for a few minutes to absorb the liquid.
- Sprinkle raisins, shredded coconut, and slivered almonds over the soaked bread.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and the mixture is bubbly. If using a microwave, microwave on high for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Umm Ali can be served warm or at room temperature. You can garnish it with additional shredded coconut and slivered almonds if desired.
Notes
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 290 | Total Fat: 16g | Total Carbohydrates: 32g | Dietary Fiber: 2g | Protein: 5g
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