Amalou

Description
Amalou, an almond paste from the Souss region of Morocco, is a real African delicacy. It is best served with hot bread, either baked or fried, or with pancakes.

Ingredients
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil • 1 1/2 cups blanched almonds • 1/2 cup walnut oil • Salt to taste • 4 tablespoons honey

Directions
Firstly, heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized pan.

When the oil is hot, add the almonds and toss until they brown.

Drain the almonds, making sure any excess water is removed, then mix them with the walnut oil and salt in a blender until they form a smooth paste.

Add the honey and blend for another few seconds.

Pour into an airtight jar and refridgerate.

Tha paste will be good for two months from the day it is made.