How to make easy kataifi for Dubai chocolate
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.
- Total Time40 minutes
- Yield140 grams
Ingredients
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.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: from scratch
- Cuisine: Mediterranean