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Kataifi

Crispy shredded phyllo pastries stuffed with spiced walnuts and soaked in a scented honey syrup.

70 minMediumServes 12380 cal/serving

GreekDessertOven and StovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyEgg-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb kataifi dough, thawed
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 2 cups granulated sugar, 1.5 cups water, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp honey in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes and cool completely.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and mix 2 cups finely chopped walnuts, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground cloves in a medium bowl.

  3. 3

    Gently untangle 1 lb thawed kataifi dough strands in a large bowl and toss with 1 cup melted unsalted butter until thoroughly coated.

  4. 4

    Take small bundles of dough, place a tablespoon of nut mix on one end, roll tightly into cylinders, and arrange in a baking dish.

  5. 5

    Bake for 45 minutes until deep golden brown.

  6. 6

    Pour the cooled syrup over the hot baked pastries immediately and let soak for 2 hours before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Kataifi?

As written, 70 minutes: 25 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 6, 2 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

What oven temperature does Kataifi need?

For Kataifi, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 2. The longest stretch at that heat is 2 hours, in step 6.

How do I know when Kataifi is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until thoroughly coated. Step 5: cook until deep golden brown.

Can I make Kataifi dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Kataifi is 1 cup unsalted butter, melted. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Kataifi contain tree nuts?

Yes: 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Kataifi?

One serving (the recipe makes 12) is about 380 calories, with 6 g protein, 48 g carbohydrate and 20 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 180 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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