Dubai Dessert Collection (Du-jjon-ku, Financiers, Snail Bread, Butter Bars, Cupcakes)
Introducing a collection of Dubai-concept dessert recipes and decoration tips from 'Dear Turtle Bakery' in Cheongju. Create unique and luxurious desserts using pistachios, kadaif, and chocolate.
Kadaif coated with butter and baked in the oven until golden brown and crispy.
📝 Editor's Notes
Today's recipe introduces a savory pistachio paste.
This paste, made by finely grinding roasted pistachios with oil, boasts a rich and deep flavor.
Its biggest appeal is that it's much fresher and healthier than commercially available pistachio pastes.
It's not difficult to make and can be used in various dishes, making it highly recommended for those who enjoy baking and desserts.
Experience a special flavor with homemade paste.
🛒 Ingredient Tips
For this recipe's star ingredient, pistachios, it's best to prepare shelled pistachios.
This saves you the trouble of shelling them and allows for immediate roasting and use.
When choosing pistachios, select those with vibrant color, large kernels, and minimal breakage.
Avoid any that are stale or have an off smell.
For the oil, use a flavorless vegetable oil to preserve the pistachios' natural taste.
Grapeseed oil, sunflower oil, and canola oil are suitable.
Please avoid strong-flavored oils like olive oil.
🔄 Substitution Guide
You can make a similar paste with other nuts instead of pistachios.
Using almonds or cashews will yield a nut paste with a different appeal.
Almond paste is characterized by its savory and smooth taste, while cashew paste offers a creamier and sweeter flavor.
Of course, the unique green color and distinct aroma of pistachios will be absent, but these can be good alternatives if you have a nut allergy or if the cost of pistachios is a concern.
Any flavorless oil is fine, but be careful with strong-flavored oils like olive oil, as they can overpower the pistachio taste.
🥘 Ingredients
👨🍳 Cooking Points
There are two main cooking points.
First, roasting the pistachios.
Roast them in an oven at 130°C (265°F) for about 15-20 minutes.
Be careful not to roast them at too high a temperature or for too long, as they might burn or become bitter.
The ideal point is when a fragrant aroma emerges and they turn slightly golden.
Second, the process of grinding the paste.
Instead of adding pistachios and oil to a food processor all at once, it's crucial to add the oil in small amounts and grind thoroughly for about 15-20 minutes.
Stop periodically to scrape down the contents stuck to the walls of the food processor.
Consistent grinding is necessary for the pistachios' oil to release, resulting in a smooth and thick paste texture.
Patience in grinding finely is the key to success.
👨🍳 Directions
In a large bowl, combine 1000g of dry kadaif with 100g of melted butter. Rub the kadaif with your hands to ensure the butter is evenly coated over all strands.
Spread the butter-coated kadaif evenly onto a baking pan.
Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown and the butter fragrance intensifies.
(Optional) If needed, take it out once during baking to check its condition. Bake for an additional 3 minutes, or until uniformly golden brown, making sure it doesn't burn, then remove from the oven.
📦 Storage & Reuse
It's best to store the finished pistachio paste in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Minimizing air exposure prevents rancidity and helps maintain its fresh taste for longer.
It can be refrigerated for about 2-3 weeks.
If you wish to store it for a longer period, freezing is also an option.
When frozen, it can be stored for about 2-3 months, and it's best to thaw it naturally before use.
Enjoy leftover paste spread on bread or used in salad dressings, among other versatile uses.
🥢 Who This Is For
This pistachio paste is especially recommended for those who enjoy baking.
It can add a sophisticated flavor when used in macarons, cakes, and cookies.
It's also delicious spread on bread or used as a topping for yogurt or ice cream.
It pairs well with brunch menus enjoyed with coffee or tea.
It would also be perfect as a dessert to serve guests on special occasions.
🔥 Nutrition Info
Pistachios are often called the 'queen of nuts' due to their rich nutritional value.
This pistachio paste is estimated to contain about 560-600 kcal per 100g.
It is primarily composed of fats (approx. 45-50g), proteins (approx.
20-25g), and carbohydrates (approx.
25-30g, including dietary fiber).
It is particularly rich in various vitamins and minerals such as B vitamins, vitamin E, potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium.
Its high content of unsaturated fatty acids can contribute to cardiovascular health, and its rich dietary fiber is beneficial for gut health.
Even a small serving provides satiety, making it a good healthy snack.
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