Kalinta

Also known as karane or karantika, this dish is made from chickpea flour and eggs. It is quite popular in the north of Morocco where it is sold by the slice as street food

INGREDIENTS

2    cups chickpea (garbanzo bean) flour

2    teaspoons baking powder

1    teaspoon salt

1    teaspoon ground cumin

¼   teaspoon cayenne (optional)

2 ½   cups water

½   cup milk

1/3    cup olive oil

2    large eggs, beaten

METHOD

Grease the sides and bottom of a 10 to 11 inch round baking dish. Preheat the oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, stir together the dry ingredients. Slowly whisk in the water and milk, mixing constantly to prevent any lumps. Whisk in the beaten eggs and the oil.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and carefully place it into the oven. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until well-colored and set. Note that some burnt or deeply darkened spots are desirable. Serve slices in bread or on a plate while still warm.