Kuwait Elbah (Vanilla custard)

Kuwait elbah, is a really simple to make, vanilla custard. Perhaps the love of this dessert comes from the friendship with Britain, as they were a protectorate of Kuwait for many years. What gives it that special Arab flavor is the addition of cardamom and saffron (the most expensive spice in the world). The custard is served cold so please note the cooking time is 45 minutes and the refrigeration time is 4 hours. We imagined savoring this dessert on a hot summer Arabian day. We enjoyed it with a strong cup of Arabic Coffee.