Eastern-Style Bamboo Shoot Knafeh
A unique dessert that combines the flaky pastry of knafeh with the earthy flavor of bamboo shoots, all from the Middle East.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup, sliced Bamboo ShootsCanned or cooked fresh
- ●1 package Knafeh DoughAvailable at most Middle Eastern markets
- ●1 cup Cottage CheeseCrumbly, not smooth
- ●1 cup Confectioners' SugarFor dusting
- ●2 tsp Rose WaterFor flavor
- ●1/4 cup Pistachio, choppedFor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Cook knafeh dough according to package instructions.
- 3
In a separate pan, heat the sliced bamboo shoots over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Combine cottage cheese and confectioners' sugar in a bowl.
- 5
Add rose water to the cottage cheese mixture and stir well.
- 6
To assemble the knafeh, place a layer of cooked dough in the bottom of a serving dish.
- 7
Spread half of the cottage cheese mixture on top of the dough.
- 8
Add the heated bamboo shoots on top of the cottage cheese.
- 9
Spread the remaining cottage cheese mixture over the bamboo shoots.
- 10
Top with another layer of cooked dough.
- 11
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 12
Garnish with chopped pistachios and serve.