Ingredients/Shredded Phyllo Dough (kataifi)

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Shredded Phyllo Dough (kataifi)

Used in 1 dish across 1 culinary tradition.

Dishes featuring shredded phyllo dough (kataifi)

Konafa🍮 dessert

Konafa is a traditional Egyptian dessert made from shredded phyllo dough soaked in sweet syrup and layered with cheese or nuts. It is a rich, indulgent dish often served during festive occasions and Ramadan, symbolizing hospitality and celebration.

Cultures (1)

Often paired with

Unsalted Cheese (like Akkawi Or Mozzarella)Unsalted Butter Sugar Water Lemon Juice Rose Water Or Orange Blossom Water Chopped Pistachios

Common techniques

Baking Syrup Soaking Layering Butter Mixing