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Medium 2 hr 12 min~340 kcal 2/10
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Qatayef
Tiny yeasted pancakes fill with walnuts or sweet cheese, then fry and soak in syrup for a beloved Middle Eastern Ramadan dessert.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr 24 min📖 1 min readServes 8~340 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
60 min prep 35 min cook 49 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 24 min- Prep1 h
- Resting/Marinating49 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For the dough
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Flour
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Semolina
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Instant yeast
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Baking powder
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Granulated sugar
- 2.5 su bardağı(~500 ml) Warm water
- 1 tutam Salt
For the filling
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Walnut kernels
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Ricotta or sweet curd cheese
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Cinnamon
For frying
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Vegetable oil
For the syrup
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Lemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
For the syrup, boil the sugar and water for 10 minutes, add the lemon juice, and let it cool.
10 min10:00 - 2
Whisk the flour, semolina, yeast, baking powder, sugar, salt, and water until smooth.
- 3
Rest the batter for 30 minutes, until bubbly.
30 min30:00 - 4
Mix the walnuts, curd cheese, and cinnamon.
- 5
Pour small rounds of batter and cook only the bottom sides for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 6
Place filling in the center of each pancake, fold into half moons, and press closed firmly.
- 7
Fry the qatayef in 175°C oil for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 8
Place the hot pastries in the cold syrup for 3 minutes, then serve.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: Cooking the pancakes on only one side keeps the edges tacky enough to seal easily.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Lift from the warm syrup and serve with pistachios, clotted cream, or plain tea.
Nutrition (per serving)
~340
kcal calories
8
g protein
54
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 9%Carbs 61%Fat 30%
GI 49 · Low GIGL 26 · High GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Tree nuts
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Qatayef make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Qatayef take?
Prep 60 minutes, cooking 35 minutes, including 49 minutes of passive resting; 144 minutes in total.Is Qatayef difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Qatayef have?
Approximately 340 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 54g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Qatayef contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Qatayef belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Qatayef need?
This recipe needs 14 ingredients.
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