Hatay Usulü Künefe Nasıl Yapılır? - Şef Abdullah Usta İle Anadolu Mutfağı

unsalted cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Ricotta provides a lighter option while mozzarella is more accessible.

kataifi pastry

🥗Healthier: phyllo dough

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Phyllo dough can be a lighter alternative, while coconut offers a unique flavor.

Prepare the syrup by combining 2 cups of granulated sugar and 2 cups of water in a pot and bring to a boil. Let it cool after preparation.

In a large bowl, separate the kadayıf strands.

Add 200 grams of melted butter to the kadayıf and mix well.

Grease a baking dish lightly with butter.

Place half of the kadayıf mixture in the baking dish and press down gently.

Spread the unsalted cheese evenly over the kadayıf layer.

Cover the cheese with the remaining kadayıf mixture.

Bake in the oven until golden brown.

Once baked, pour the cooled syrup over the kadayıf and let it absorb before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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