DessertsJanuary 06, 2017
Calories
1223
Sodium
279mg
11% DV
Fat
65g
101% DV
Protein
23g
46% DV
Carbs
137g
46% DV
Fiber
12g
48% DV
Mhanncha - Moroccan Snake Pastry
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No snakes were harmed for this recipe, just figs rolled in filo dough and coiled like a snake. If you like baklava, you will love this crazy good Moroccan dessert.
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8 ounces moist dried figs, (soak overnight in water or tea, drain before using)
7 ounces almond paste, cut into ~-inch pieces
¼ teaspoon anise seed (optional)
zest of 1 lemon, very finely chopped
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons honey
15 sheets filo (the sheets should be 17 inches long, if possible), room temperature
2 large egg yolks
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and lukewarm
powdered sugar and candied lemon zest for serving
7 ounces almond paste, cut into ~-inch pieces
¼ teaspoon anise seed (optional)
zest of 1 lemon, very finely chopped
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons honey
15 sheets filo (the sheets should be 17 inches long, if possible), room temperature
2 large egg yolks
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and lukewarm
powdered sugar and candied lemon zest for serving
Preheat the oven to 375°.
Generously butter the bottom and sides of a 9-inch cake pan with some melted butter. Unfold the fila and lay it out on the work surface. Cover with plastic wrap and a damp towel to...
See the full directions on my site
See the full directions on my site
Nutritions
Calories
1223
Sodium
279mg
11% DV
Fat
65g
101% DV
Protein
23g
46% DV
Carbs
137g
46% DV
Fiber
12g
48% DV
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat12g61%
Polysaturated Fat12g80%
Monosaturated Fat40g254%
Cholesterol101mg34%
Sodium279mg11%
Potassium743mg21%
Protein23g46%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber12g48%
Sugar85g170%
Vitamin A410IU8%
Vitamin B60.19mg9%
Vitamin C3mg5%
Calcium370mg37%
Iron5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
