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Pistachio Kunafa
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 package of shredded phyllo dough
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups of crushed pistachios
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of rose water
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cup of simple syrup
- 1/2 cup of orange blossom water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded phyllo dough with the melted butter until well coated.
- Press half of the buttered phyllo dough into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish to form the bottom crust.
- In a separate bowl, combine the crushed pistachios, granulated sugar, and rose water. Spread this mixture evenly over the bottom crust.
- Top the pistachio mixture with the remaining buttered phyllo dough, pressing it down gently to form the top crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the kunafa is golden brown and crispy.
- While the kunafa is baking, prepare the syrup by combining the water, simple syrup, and orange blossom water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Once the kunafa is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot kunafa, allowing it to soak in and sizzle.
- Allow the kunafa to cool for 15 minutes before cutting it into squares and serving. Enjoy!
Kunafa, a beloved Middle Eastern dessert, has a rich history dating back to the 10th century. This delectable pastry is made with shredded phyllo dough, filled with a luscious pistachio mixture, and soaked in a sweet, fragrant syrup. Renowned chefs in the Levant region, particularly in Palestine and Jordan, have perfected the art of making kunafa with a pistachio filling, infusing it with their culinary expertise and traditional techniques. The key to achieving the perfect kunafa lies in the quality of the pistachios, the delicate balance of sweetness in the syrup, and the precise layering of the phyllo dough. Today, the best versions of this dish can be savored in authentic Middle Eastern bakeries and restaurants, where skilled pastry chefs continue to honor the time-honored recipe.
75 min
8
320 calories
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