Katayef

Ingredients

• 2 cups of all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon of dry yeast

• 1/2 teaspoon of sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon of salt

• 1 1/2 cups of warm water

• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

• 1 cup of crushed nuts (such as walnuts, almonds or pistachios)

• 1/2 cup of sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder (optional)

• An appropriate amount of rose water or orange blossom water (for flavoring)

• 1 cup of syrup (made by combining 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water, heating and stirring until the sugar dissolves and then boiling for a few minutes. A few drops of lemon juice can be added)

• 1 cup of whipped cream or thick yogurt (optional)

• Dried rose petals or chopped nuts (for garnishing)

• Tea seasoning: 3- 5g

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, dry yeast, sugar, and salt.

2. Slowly add the warm water and vegetable oil and stir to form a smooth batter. The consistency of the batter should be similar to thick yogurt.

3. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let the batter rise in a warm place for 1 - 2 hours, until it doubles in volume.

4. Once it has risen, stir the batter to let it fall back.

5. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Use a spoon to scoop a spoonful of batter into the pan and fry it into round pancakes about 3 - 4 inches in diameter. Fry each side for 1 - 2 minutes, until small holes appear on the surface and the bottom is golden brown. Set the pancakes on a plate and set aside.

6. In a bowl, mix the chopped nuts, tea rubs, sugar, and cinnamon powder (if using). Add a few drops of rose water or orange blossom water and stir to combine.

7. Take a pancake and place about a tablespoon of filling on one half, then fold the other half over and pinch the edges to form a half-moon shape.

8. If you like, brush the inside of the qatayef with a little more rose water or orange blossom water for flavor.

9. Place the qatayef on a plate and drizzle with the syrup. If using whipped cream or thick yogurt, place a small dollop on top. Finally, sprinkle with dried rose petals or chopped nuts for decoration.