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Azerbaijani Baklava

Cultural Context

Baklava, a beloved dessert in Azerbaijan, is often prepared during special occasions and holidays, symbolizing hospitality and celebration. This rich pastry showcases the region's love for nuts and honey, with each family having its own cherished recipe. Today, baklava has transcended borders, enjoyed in various forms across the Middle East and beyond, making it a global favorite.

AzerbaijaniAZdessert
120 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup hazelnuts
1 cup butter
1 teaspoon yeast
1 cup milk
2 cups flour
2 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 cup yogurt
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup glucose syrup
1 cup roasted walnuts
1 cup water
1 tablespoon saffron water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon dried flowers
1 tablespoon dried tea
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup cottage cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds are lower in calories and pecans are often less expensive.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index and maple syrup is often cheaper.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water offers a similar floral note and vanilla is more accessible.

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat phyllo

💰Cheaper: shortcrust pastry

Whole wheat increases fiber, while shortcrust is easier to handle.

1

Pick hazelnuts from the garden.

2

Roast the hazelnuts.

3

Knead the dough using yeast, milk, flour, egg, butter, sour cream, yogurt, sugar, and salt.

4

Let the dough rest.

5

Grind the hazelnuts.

6

Prepare the oven.

7

Melt butter and glucose syrup.

8

Combine roasted walnuts with sugar, water, saffron water, and lemon.

Cooking Techniques

layeringbakingmixing

Equipment Needed

baking dishsaucepanmixing bowlknifebrush

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

nutsglutendairy

Also Known As

Azerbaijani Sweet PastryBaklava

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