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KATAIFI 15 pcs
£25.00
Greek kataifi is a sweet, traditional pastry made from a special shredded phyllo dough that is soaked in sweet syrup and often filled with chopped nuts. The dessert belongs to a category of Greek sweets called syropiasta (syrup-soaked) and is related to baklava. It is known for its beautiful, intricate appearance and rich combination of textures and flavors.
Taste and texture
- Crispy and flaky:Â The delicate, noodle-like strands of kataifi dough become golden brown and shatteringly crisp when baked.
- Sweet and moist:Â The pastry is soaked in a lemon-scented syrup or honey, which adds a honeyed sweetness and a deliciously moist, sticky texture.
- Rich nut filling:Â The most common filling is a mixture of chopped walnuts, cinnamon, and clove, though some variations use pistachios, almonds, or other nuts.
- Buttery flavor:Â The dessert is rich and buttery due to the generous amount of clarified butter that is drizzled over the dough before baking.Â
Common uses
- Kataifi rolls:Â The most classic preparation involves rolling the nut filling inside bundles of shredded dough to create individual logs or rolls.
- Kataifi nests:Â Some versions form the dough into nests that are filled with nuts or other ingredients.
- Ekmek Kataifi:Â A popular dessert that uses the syrup-soaked kataifi as a base, topped with creamy custard and whipped cream.
- Saganaki:Â A modern savory variation of kataifi can be made by frying cheese wrapped in the shredded dough until golden.Â
Preparation and serving
- Baking:Â The dessert is baked in the oven until golden and crisp, at which point it is bathed in the cooled syrup to ensure a perfect balance of crispy dough and moist interior.
- Serving:Â Kataifi is typically served cold or at room temperature, and pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea.Â
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