Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Desserts and Sweets
Middle Eastern Sweet Pastry (Style 36)
Chef's Menu Description
Flaky, all-butter golden pastry filled with a delicately spiced sweet filling, baked until crisp and aromatic.
Ingredients
- • 500ml grape molasses
- • 50g plain flour
- • 150g cornflour
- • 120ml water
- • 250g walnut halves
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Thread the walnut halves onto 20cm lengths of strong cotton string.
2
Phase 2
Whisk the grape molasses, flour, cornflour, and water in a wide pan until smooth.
3
Phase 3
Stir over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until the paste is very thick and glossy.
4
Phase 4
Dip each walnut string into the paste, turning until fully coated.
5
Phase 5
Hang the coated strings in a dry, airy place for 3-5 days until firm.
6
Phase 6
Cut into slices with a sharp knife and store between layers of parchment.