What is Znoud El Sit made of?
phyllo dough
What is Znoud El Sit made of? The outer shell is made of crispy phyllo dough and it is stuffed with a sweet cream called Ashta in Arabic. The cream can be flavoured with rose water or other flavourings.
What does Znoud El Sit mean?
the upper arms of a woman
Znoud El Sit in Arabic translates to “the upper arms of a woman.” A silly name, I have heard they are named for the similarity in shape. You can find these pastries at any sweet shop in Lebanon, especially during the month of Ramadan, to be eaten as a post-iftar treat.
How many calories are in a Znoud El sit?
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 400 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 19.9g | 25% |
| Cholesterol 27.1mg | 9% |
Where does znoud El Sit get its name?
These crispy rolls are best served freshly prepared and are usually sprinkled with ground pistachios. Znoud el sit, with slightly different names, can be found in numerous countries, including Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq, while its name translates as lady’s upper arms —supposedly because the round, elongated shape of the pastry resembles lady’s arms.
How to make znoud El Sit Lebanese rolls?
Heat a large skillet with a neutral oil to 350 degrees. Fry the rolls in batches for about 4 minutes, flipping them over halfway through, until golden brown. Have the warm attar (simple syrup) ready in a large bowl. Drop the rolls immediately from the fryer into the ater, for about 30 seconds then transfer to a serving plate.
Where can I find znoud El Sit pastries?
Znoud El Sit in Arabic translates to “the upper arms of a woman.” A silly name, I have heard they are named for the similarity in shape. You can find these pastries at any sweet shop in Lebanon, especially during the month of Ramadan, to be eaten as a post-iftar treat.
What kind of cream is in znoud El Sit?
After a long day of fasting, “Znoud el Sit” are so rewarding and so addictive as it is next to impossible to stop at one. Znoud el Sit are crispy on the outside and are filled with a thick clotted cream – fried to a golden brown crisp and dipped in sugar syrup infused with orange blossom water.