Qatayef

A crispy exterior filled with a mouth-watering filling. The nut filling could be replaced with cream as well.

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Ingredients

• Batter:

  1 cup flour

  1/2 tbsp yeast

  1/4 cup semolina

  1 tbsp sugar

  1/2 tsp baking powder

  1/2 tsp baking soda

  1 1/2 cup warm water

• Filling:

  1/4 cup chopped pistachios 

  1/4 cup chopped pecans 

  1/4 cup chopped walnuts 

  1/4 cup shredded coconut 

  1/2 tsp cinnamon 

  1 tbsp sugar 
  

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Method

• Combine all of the dough's ingredients and set aside to proof for an hour.

• Meanwhile, prepare the filling by combining all of the ingredients.

• Over medium heat on a nonstick pan, pour spoonfuls of the dough until bubbles have formed.

• Remove the qatayef and cover with a towel and allow to cool.

• Stuff the qatayef with the filling and pinch the sides close.

• Freeze for 1 hour.

• Fry until golden brown and crispy.

• Serve with sugar syrup and pistachios.