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Kataifi From Scratch

Traditional syrup-soaked kataifi pastry made from scratch with crispy shredded dough and nut filling.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek, Middle Eastern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Kataifi Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
Filling
  • 2 cups chopped nuts walnuts or pistachios

Equipment

  • Nonstick pan
  • Squeeze bottle
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Prepare kataifi strands using thin batter.
  2. Make syrup and allow to cool.
  3. Assemble kataifi with butter and filling.
  4. Bake until golden and soak with syrup.

Notes

Always pour cool syrup over hot pastry.