Kataifi
Delightfully crisp and decadently sweet, Kataifi is a traditional Greek dessert that's a feast for the senses. Featuring shredded Kataifi dough wrapped around a spiced mixture of walnuts and almonds, this pastry is baked to golden perfection before being drenched in a luscious honey-infused syrup. Enhanced with hints of cinnamon and cloves, every bite offers a symphony of textures—from the crunchy exterior to the moist and nutty filling. Perfect for festive occasions or as an indulgent treat, Kataifi is a crowd-pleaser that melds rich flavors with an elegant presentation. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, this recipe brings the magic of Mediterranean cooking straight to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Kataifi dough
- 200 grams Unsalted butter
- 250 grams Walnuts
- 100 grams Almonds
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- 500 grams Granulated sugar
- 300 ml Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 pieces Clove
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Begin by making the syrup. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, lemon juice, honey, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Once thickened, remove from heat and allow it to cool completely.
In a food processor, coarsely chop the walnuts and almonds. Combine them in a bowl with the cinnamon powder, mixing well.
Melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Carefully pull apart the Kataifi dough strands with your hands to loosen them.
Take a small portion of the shredded dough, about the size of an egg, and place a tablespoon of the nut mixture at one end.
Gently roll the dough over the filling to form a log, ensuring the nuts are securely enclosed. Place the rolled Kataifi into a greased baking dish.
Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling, arranging the rolls close together in the baking dish.
With a pastry brush, generously brush the melted butter over the top of each Kataifi roll, ensuring they are fully covered.
Bake the Kataifi in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
Once baked, remove from the oven and immediately pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot Kataifi, allowing it to soak in.
Let the Kataifi cool to room temperature before serving, giving the syrup time to be fully absorbed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 390.1 g | 500% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.8 g | 599% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 118.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 443 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 107 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 945.8 g | 344% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.9 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 545.1 g | ||
| Protein | 100.1 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 679 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1497 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
