Nan-E Nokhochi Persian Cookies

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 0
Nan-E Nokhochi Persian Cookies
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Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 1/2 cups chickpea flour , roasted
3/4 cup vegetable oil or 3/4 cup clarified butter
1 cup confectioners ' sugar
3 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 tablespoon rose water
4 tablespoons crushed pistachios , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
150
Sugar
7g
Fat
9g
Nan-E Nokhochi is a type of Persian cookie made with chickpea flour. Chickpea flour is a popular ingredient in Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine and is known for its high protein and fiber content. These cookies are flavored with cardamom and rose water, which are commonly used in Persian cuisine for their unique and delicious taste. The cookies are easy to make and can be enjoyed as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee. These Nan-E Nokhochi Persian Cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends, or as a snack on the go.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a bowl, combine the chickpea flour, vegetable oil or clarified butter, confectioners' sugar, ground cardamom, and rose water. Mix well to form a dough.
3.Pinch off small pieces of the dough and roll them into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on the lined baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
4.Use the tines of a fork to press down gently on each cookie, leaving a crisscross pattern on top.
5.Sprinkle the crushed pistachios over the top of the cookies.
6.Bake the cookies for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These Nan-E Nokhochi Persian Cookies are gluten-free and made with healthy chickpea flour.

They are lightly sweetened with confectioners’ sugar and flavored with cardamom and rose water for a unique and delicious taste.

These cookies are easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family.

CONS

These cookies are high in fat due to the use of vegetable oil or clarified butter.

They are also high in calories due to the use of confectioners’ sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chickpea flour is high in protein and fiber, making these cookies a healthier option than traditional wheat flour cookies.
The cardamom used in this recipe has been linked to improved digestion and lower blood pressure.
Rose water is a natural anti-inflammatory and has been used for centuries in traditional medicine.

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