Luqaimat is one of the most beloved sweets of the Arabian Gulf, especially in the UAE, Bahrain, and Qatar, commonly served during Ramadan after iftar. Its secret lies in a very soft yeasted batter, shaped with two spoons or wet hands, and deep-fried until it puffs into golden, crispy balls.

Freshly fried luqaimat are dipped straight into date syrup or saffron-and-cardamom sugar syrup, then finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for extra crunch and flavor.