Cheese Filled Jerusalem Kodafa With Syrup

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 3
Cheese Filled Jerusalem Kodafa With Syrup recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups couscous
2 1/4 cups water
1 cup butter , cut in small pieces
1 egg , lightly beaten
1 pinch salt
1 3/4 cups ricotta cheese
7 ounces cheese , grated ( such as mozzarella or monterey jack )
1 1/2 cups clear honey
2 -3 pinches saffron threads ( cinnamon may be substituted )
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon orange flower water ( lemon juice may be substituted )
6 tablespoons chopped shelled pistachios

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
536
Sugar
54g
Fat
31g
The Cheese Filled Jerusalem Kodafa With Syrup is a delicious Middle Eastern dessert that originated in Palestine. It can be served warm or cold and is perfect for any special occasion. This sweet dish is made of couscous layered with cheese, baked to golden brown perfection, and topped with a homemade syrup made with honey, orange flower water, and saffron. The dish is garnished with chopped pistachios, which brings out the flavors of the syrup and cheese in each bite. This dessert is a must-try for those with a sweet tooth and love for Middle Eastern flavors.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the couscous and stir. Cover and remove from heat. Let it stand for 15-20 minutes, or until the couscous is cooked.
3.Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4.Scramble the egg and add it to the cooled butter. Add salt and mix. Pour the mixture over the couscous and stir well.
5.Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. Spread half of the couscous mixture evenly into the pan (reserving the other half).
6.Mix together the ricotta cheese and grated cheese. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the top of the couscous in the pan, leaving a half inch edge around the border.
7.Cover the cheese with the remaining couscous mixture and spread evenly, pressing down lightly.
8.Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
9.In a saucepan, combine honey, saffron threads (or cinnamon), water, orange flower water and bring to a boil. Let it simmer for about 7-8 minutes until the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool down.
10.Pour the syrup over the warm Kodafa. Garnish with chopped shelled pistachios.

PROS

The Cheese Filled Jerusalem Kodafa With Syrup is a sweet and savory dessert, perfect for those who love Middle Eastern flavors.
It’s a delicious way to use couscous and makes a great dish for special occasions or parties.

It’s colorful, rich and flavorful.

CONS

It is a very sweet and heavy dish and may not be for everyone.
It requires a special pan to make the dish, which may not be available in your regular kitchen supply store.

It’s a high-calorie dish that packing high amounts of sugar and fat.
Therefore, it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Cheese Filled Jerusalem Kodafa with Syrup contains couscous, which is a great source of fiber that helps improve gut health, lower cholesterol, and maintain blood sugar levels. Pistachio nuts contain antioxidants and have potential health benefits such as lowering blood cholesterol, improving gut microbiome and reducing inflammation. However, the overall nutrition value and health benefits of this dish are limited due to its high sugar and fat content.

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