Shaybeeyat
Shaybeeyat is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert that originated in Egypt. It is known for its delicate layers of crispy phyllo dough soaked in a sweet syrup, making it a delightful treat for those with a sweet tooth.
This is vegan recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Ingredients
- 8 sheet Phyllo dough
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Rosewater
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, lemon juice, and rosewater. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the syrup from heat and set aside to cool.
- Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush it with vegetable oil.
- Sprinkle cinnamon evenly over the oiled sheet.
- Place another sheet of phyllo dough on top and repeat the oil and cinnamon process.
- Repeat until all the sheets are stacked.
- Cut the stacked sheets into small rectangles or triangles.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the cut dough pieces until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
- Dip the fried dough in the prepared syrup, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Allow the shaybeeyat to rest in the syrup for a few minutes.
- Serve the shaybeeyat warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.