Description
If you’ve ever dreamed of making Dubai chocolate at home but thought it was too expensive or complicated, this recipe is for you! With just 4 essential ingredients—water, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and oil—you can create homemade kataifi that’s as good as any store-bought version.
Ingredients
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For 120 to 140 grams of kataifi pastry
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 60 grams cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil (like sunflower seed oil)
- 180 grams water
Instructions
- kataifi batter In a bowl, sieve the cornstarch, flour, and salt to ensure a smooth mixture.
- kataifi batter Pour in the water and oil, then mix until fully combined.
- sieve batter Pass the mixture through a sieve again using a spatula to remove any lumps.
- piping bag Place a glass on the counter and put the piping bag over it for easier pouring. Use a taller glass and a larger piping bag to avoid refilling.
- cook kataifi Heat a non-stick pan on low heat. Pipe small circles onto the pan, starting from the center and moving outward. Keep them separate so they don’t touch. Use a spatula to remove the kataifi from the pan and place it on a kitchen towel. Cover with another towel to keep it from drying out.Continue until all the batter is used.
Notes
Tips to make perfect kataifi:
Sieve the dry ingredients: This ensures a smooth consistency.
Cook for 5-10 seconds only: Overcooking will make it too crispy and we don’t need that (yet!)
Use a kitchen towel: Cover the cooked kataifi to keep it from drying out.
Batter consistency: It should be like a thin pancake batter—don’t add more flour!
Secure the piping bag: Use a plastic tie to prevent spills.