Baklava

A healthier -and lighter- version of the traditional baklava!

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Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp cardamom 

• 1 tbsp rose water

• 1 cup pistachio 

• 30 g butter, melted

• 2 sheets of filo pastry

• 1/2 cup honey

• 1/4 cup water

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Method

• In a food processor, grind the pistachios. Add the rose water and cardamom.

• Brush a pan with melted butter.

• Lay a sheet of filo then add the pistachio mixture on top. Roll it into a log.

• Cut the log into 16 pieces. Place it in the pan.

• Spread more butter on top of the pieces.

• Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

• In a pan, boil the honey and water.

• Pour the syrup on top of the baklava.