This pistachio kataifi filling is a rich, aromatic nut butter crafted from raw pistachios and toasted sesame seeds. Finely ground for a smooth base, it also includes kataifi dough toasted in clarified butter (ghee), hand-chopped pistachios, and whole toasted sesame seeds for delicate crunch. Enjoy it as a dessert topping, dipped in chocolate, or straight from the spoon as an indulgent snack.
This the filling of the famous "Dubai" bar, the pistachio kataifi crunch but taken to the next level. It is made from raw pistachios that are ground to a fine paste using a melanger for many hours. It also has toasted sesame seeds that are ground as well, effectively making a tahini from scratch. The crunch comes from the kataifi dough which is toasted with clarified butter (ghee).
But then there's more. I added hand chopped and full pistachios for extra delicate crunch along with additional whole toasted sesame seeds. The result is a smooth paste that is perfect as a dessert topping, dipped in chocolate (of course), or simply eaten from a spoon. It's rich, aromatic and incredibly flavorful. Just one spoonful is an amazing snack.
