Fiteer bel Ajwa (Flaky Pastry with Date Paste)

Ingredients

• Flour1 kg
• Ghee1/2 kg
• date paste (ajwa)1/2 kg
• sesame seeds1 tbsp
• fennel and anise1 tsp
• Yeast1 packet
• Warm wateras needed
• Sugar and saltto taste

Allergens (inferred from ingredient names): cereals_gluten, milk, sesame

Nutrition per serving (modelled estimate, not measured): kcal 600, protein 8, fat 28, carbs 80, fiber 4, sugar 30

Original steps

1. Peel the dates, remove pits, and process them in a food processor.
2. Mix the date paste with about 2 tablespoons of the reserved ghee until smooth.
3. Add the salt, fennel, and anise to the flour.
4. Make a well in the center of the flour and add the sesame seeds into it.
5. Heat the ghee and pour it into the well, then stir well with a wooden spoon until the temperature cools, rub the mixture well by hand, then add the sugar and rub together.
6. Dissolve the yeast in a little sugar until liquid, then add a little warm water, then add it to the flour and knead well, gradually adding warm water until the dough becomes somewhat firm.
7. Cover the dough and leave it to rise.
8. Take pieces of dough one by one, roll them into balls, and make a well in the center to place a piece of date paste inside, then seal the dough and flatten it; repeat until all ingredients are used.
9. Arrange the pastries on a baking sheet and leave for a short time to rise, then bake in a medium-heat oven.