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Lemon and Poppy Seed Revani Cake Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fine semolina
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Zester
- Juicer

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, semolina, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.
3. In another mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the egg mixture and mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
Total time: 50-55 minutes
5. Temperature:
350°F (175°C)
Serving size:
12 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 360
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 170mg
Sugar: 21g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
- You can use any type of oil instead of vegetable oil.
- You can use any type of citrus fruit instead of lemon.

Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts to the batter for extra texture.
- You can add a glaze made of powdered sugar and lemon juice on top of the cooled cake.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whisk the dry ingredients together well to distribute the poppy seeds evenly.
- Don't overmix the batter or the cake will be tough.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.

Storage instructions:
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- You can microwave individual slices for a few seconds to warm them up.

Presentation ideas:
- Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
- Serve the cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Garnishes:
- Lemon slices
- Fresh berries
- Mint leaves

Pairings:
- Hot tea or coffee

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Yogurt parfait

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake is too dry, try reducing the baking time or adding more yogurt to the batter.
- If the cake is too wet, try increasing the baking time or reducing the amount of lemon juice in the batter.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients and wash your hands and utensils before preparing the cake.
- Store the cake properly to prevent spoilage.

Food history:
- Revani cake is a traditional Turkish dessert made with semolina and syrup.

Flavor profiles:
- This cake has a sweet and tangy flavor from the lemon and a nutty flavor from the poppy seeds.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cake as a dessert or as a sweet snack.

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Region: Greek

Taste: Tangy, Sweet, Citrusy, Moist, Nutty