How to make Kataifi Pastry rolls

Watch this video to learn ho to make Kataifi Pastry rolls

  1. Using scissors, cut the Kataifi into approximately 25-30cm lengths.

  2. Using your fingers, pull the strands apart, keeping their length intact where possible.

  3. If baking your Kataifi rolls, coat a baking tray with melted butter and set aside. If frying, skips this step.

  4. Create a long rectangle with the Kataifi, measuring approximately 25-30cm in length and 10cm in width, ensuring there is enough Kataifi to hold the filling.

  5. Gently brush the strands with some melted butter.

  6. Place 2 tablespoons of the mixture along the front width of the rectangle.

  7. Roll the pastry tightly, tucking the sides in as you go. Place on the baking tray and brush with melted butter, if baking.

  8. Repeat until all the pastry and filling has been used.