“Ka’ak” Savory Sesame Biscuits

“Ka’ak” Savory Sesame Biscuits

January 31, 2024

Kaak, or ka'ak, is a popular Middle Eastern bread typically shaped like a large ring or an oval and can be either sweet or savory.

This is my mother's recipe for making these savory kaak biscuits. 

These are often enjoyed as a snack or served with tea.

Ingredients:

Dough:

🥨3.5 cups all-purpose flour

🥨1/2 tbsp salt

🥨1/2 cup vegetable oil

🥨1 tsp baking powder

🥨200 grams soft butter/margarine/plant butter

🥨1/4 cups warm water (add a tbsp of water at a time only if needed)

“Ka’ak” Savory Sesame Biscuits

Topping:

🥨1/4 cup sesame seeds or black seeds (optional)

🥨1 egg mixed with 1 tbsp water

Instructions:.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ingredients.

Mix everything together until a dough forms. You may need to add a little more water or flour to achieve the right consistency. The dough should be soft and not too sticky.

Place in a plastic wrap, and let it rest in ROOM temperature 10 minutes.

🥨Shape the Kaak:

Roll each piece into a rope shape, about 6-8 inches long. Then, shape it into a ring or oval shape, connecting the ends to form the kaak.

dip each kaak into egg mix, then sesame seeds or black seeds to coat the surface.

🥨Bake: Place the shaped kaak on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.

🥨Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the kaak turns golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

🥨Cool and Serve: Allow the kaak to cool on a wire rack. Once completely cooled, you can store them in an airtight container.

Savory kaak is often enjoyed as a snack or with tea, but you can also serve it with cheese, olives, or other Middle Eastern dips like hummus or baba ghanoush. 

Enjoy your homemade kaak!

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