Kritika Patouthia

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 12
Greek traditional Kritika Patouthia
in Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
4 tablespoons water
4 tablespoons orange juice
1 lemon , juiced
6 tablespoons white sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup confectioners ' sugar for decoration
1/2 teaspoon orange flower water
1 cup ground walnuts
1 cup ground almonds
1 cup sesame seeds
1 cup honey

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
527
Sugar
30g
Fat
35g
Kritika Patoutia, also known as Cretan Deep Fried Pastry, are a traditional dessert from Crete, Greece. They are made with a dough that is mixed with olive oil, orange juice and lemon juice, which makes them very aromatic and flavorful. The dough is then covered with a nut mixture made of ground walnuts, almonds and sesame seeds, and baked in the oven. After they are baked, they are drizzled with honey and orange flower water. Kritika Patoutia are a delicious treat that can be enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea, and are perfect for dessert after a big meal.

Instructions

1.Add olive oil, white sugar, orange juice, water and lemon juice in a bowl and stir with a spoon.
2.In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda and salt.
3.Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and mix well with your hands to create a dough.
4.In a separate bowl, mix ground walnuts, ground almonds and sesame seeds.
5.Make small balls from the dough, flatten them and cover them with the nut mixture.
6.Place them on a baking tray.
7.Bake in a preheated 180C/350F oven for around 30 minutes or until they are golden brown.
8.Remove from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes before adding honey and orange flower water on top.
9.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Kritika Patoutia are a sweet and nutty pastry that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
They are a popular dessert in Greece and will surely please anyone who has a sweet tooth.

CONS

These pastries are high in fat and sugar content, and may not be suitable for people who are on a strict diet or those who have diabetes.
In addition, they may cause an allergic reaction to anyone who is allergic to nuts or sesame seeds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Kritika Patoutia may not be the healthiest food out there, they provide some nutritional benefits due to their ingredients. Walnuts, almonds and sesame seeds are all high in healthy fats, protein, fiber and vitamins. Honey is a natural sweetener and is said to have antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Nevertheless, like most desserts, they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.