Reviewed: Oct. 19, 2004

AWESOME CAKE. I love Middle Eastern cooking, and the turmeric is such a pleasant surprise. Shukran :)

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ANJEL498

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Orlando, Florida, USA

Reviewed: Jun. 27, 2012

had to make this when i saw the name. several times a day my hungry 15mo runs up to me saying "foof!" it's different in a mild, pleasant way. the whole family enjoyed it drizzled with maple syrup. i think we'll make it again.

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Meghan

Cooking Level: Beginning

Reviewed: Mar. 13, 2006

My whole family really enjoyed this recipe!! Its very yummy!! The younger ones put syrup on top to make it even sweeter.

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Rogue Hawkins

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Whitby, Yorkshire, England, U.K.

Living In: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, U.K.

Reviewed: Apr. 16, 2003

I added a good amount or rose water, and I cooked it longer in a gas oven.

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LYANA_SNOW

Reviewed: Aug. 18, 2010

I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out delicious! As I grow older I'm getting more and more turned off of overly sweet desserts, so this was perfect. I love the taste of turmeric, but it can be pungent--as one reviewer noted--especially if not measured correctly. Make sure you use a proper measuring spoon, because adding too much of certain spices (powdered cloves comes to mind) can overpower a baked good. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

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OrangGirl

Reviewed: Aug. 26, 2009

I made this cake using Chinese five spice instead of turmeric, and it was great. I really liked the texture. Without the spice, it's also a great eggless cake recipe.

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Meg Barger

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Richmond, Virginia, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 10, 2011

I use fine semolina and no milk. Turns out perfect. I add sesame seeds on top instead of pine nuts

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angeldust

Reviewed: Jun. 26, 2000

nice cake, not too sweet.

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BETRHELTH

Reviewed: Sep. 30, 2011

Yum! Easy to make, not too sweet, and great crumbly texture. Thanks!

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alarose

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Reviewed: Jun. 21, 2007

I made this for a dinner club party themed "Mushrooms and Turmeric." I was excited to find a recipe that actually fit the theme. It was good and served its purpose but was not one of my favorite desserts. I'd consider making it again for another "themed" meal.

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