Sidr honey is lovely straight from the spoon, but it also makes simple everyday food taste special. Here are a few easy Sidr honey recipes for the morning, the afternoon and the evening, plus a tip to get the most flavour from your honey.
The one rule: add honey last
Sidr honey has a rich, delicate flavour, and strong heat hides it. Add it at the end, to warm (not boiling) drinks and to food that has finished cooking. A good rule is to let a hot drink cool until you can comfortably sip it, then stir in the honey.
1. Warm lemon and Sidr morning drink
- 1 cup warm water
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon Sidr Do'ani honey
Mix the warm water and lemon, then stir in the honey. Add a slice of fresh ginger if you like a little spice.
2. Sidr breakfast bowl
- A bowl of thick yoghurt or labneh
- A handful of oats or homemade granola
- Sliced banana or fresh berries
- 1 tablespoon Sidr honey, drizzled on top
3. Dates, nuts and Sidr snack
Split a few dates, fill them with walnuts or almonds, and drizzle with a little Sidr honey. A simple afternoon snack and a nice way to serve guests with Arabic coffee.
4. Evening cardamom milk
- 1 cup warm milk
- A pinch of ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon Sidr honey
Warm the milk with the cardamom, let it cool a little, then stir in the honey. For a golden version, try our golden milk recipe.
5. Ready-made blends
If you like extra flavours, Balqees honey fusions mix raw honey with ingredients like black seed, saffron or ginger. The Black Seed Fusion is made with Sidr Do'ani honey and crushed black seed.
Tips for cooking with Sidr honey
- Use a clean, dry spoon every time.
- Keep the jar closed at room temperature, away from direct sun.
- If the honey crystallises, warm the closed jar in warm water.
Frequently asked questions
Can I put Sidr honey in hot tea or coffee?
Yes. Let the drink cool a little first, so you taste the honey and not just the sweetness.
How much honey should I use?
A teaspoon or two per drink or bowl is plenty. Honey is sweet, so enjoy it as part of a balanced diet.
Can children have these recipes?
Not babies under 12 months. For older children, read our guide to honey and children.
Can I use another honey?
Yes. Yemeni Wildflower gives a lighter, floral taste.
Make your next breakfast special with Raw Yemeni Sidr Do'ani Honey, delivered across the UAE.
