Sad El Hanak

It has very similar ingredients and recipe as Sad El Hanak. The major difference between Semolina Halwa and Sad El Hanak is that it uses Semolina. Semolina is a type of coarse flour that's made from durum wheat, not from the other popular wheat type, known simply as common wheat. Moreover, cardamoms and saffrons are added to enhance the taste. Furthermore, it is made of very basic ingredients that are always available similar to Sad El Hanak. "It can be whipped up on a moment’s notice" (Henna). 

"What makes this Turkish Semolina Halva dessert recipe so special is that it is extremely easy to make and can be prepared with a few ingredients." (Clulee). This signifies how easy it is to prepare like Sad El Hanak. It is made not only during religious holidays like Ramadan, but also during important life events. It is still a tradition to make helva and share it with family and friends on different occasions. This is not the case with Sad El Hanak since it is not eaten on specific occasions; however, it is eaten similarly during social gatherings. Similarly to Semolina Halwa, Semolina is used to make Irmik Helvasi instead of whole flour. 

Flour Halva has the same ingredients and preparation steps as Sad El Hanak. Since my great-grandma is Turkish, her love for Sad El Hanak was inspired by Un Helvasi as it resembled this dish. It is reserved for special occasions such as weddings.