Middle Eastern Date-Stuffed Katayef
Experience the delight of Katayef, a traditional Middle Eastern dessert often served during Ramadan. These tender, yeast-leavened pancakes are folded around a sweet, rich filling of dates and nuts. Fried until golden and crispy, they are then dipped in aromatic syrup for a decadent finish. A perfect treat to enjoy with coffee or tea.
Ingredients for 18 pieces
Instructions
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1
In a blender, combine water, yeast, baking powder, sugar, semolina, milk powder, flour, and salt. Blend for 3 minutes until smooth.
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2
Pour the batter into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
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3
Heat a non-stick pan on low heat. Pour small ladlefuls of batter to form pancakes and cook on one side only until bubbles form and the surface dries.
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4
Prepare the filling by microwaving the dates for 1 minute, then adding butter and mixing. Stir in the crushed nuts until combined.
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5
Take small portions of the date mixture and roll them into small logs.
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Place a filling roll in the center of the uncooked side of each pancake. Fold and pinch the edges firmly to seal into a half-moon shape.
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7
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the stuffed Katayef until golden brown on both sides.
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8
Remove the Katayef from the oil and immediately dip them into the sugar syrup.
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9
Arrange on a serving plate and garnish with extra crushed nuts and shredded coconut before serving.
