ChefBatoul Habhab
How to Prepare Qatayef Batter (Dough)
Qatayef remains one of the most loved desserts. Here is another take on preparing Qatayef batter with useful notes. Give it a try and share your feedback. Bon appétit!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups sifted flour
- 3 cups water at room temperature
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon yeast
- A pinch of salt
- Note
- You can replace two tablespoons of flour with 2 tablespoons fine semolina, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and a pinch of baking soda. This way you get crisp qatayef.
- The tablespoon of cornstarch and the pinch of baking soda are essential, especially if we plan to fry the qatayef after filling them... to achieve the desired crispness.
Method
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- Blend the ingredients in a blender until you get a batter similar to crepe batter. It should not be too thick or too thin. Let it rest for about half an hour or a bit longer.
- Use a hot pan and pour a little batter to form a circle. When bubbles appear and the bottom browns slightly, lift it from the pan immediately.
- Place the Qatayef on parchment paper in a plate and cover to keep them soft.






