LOZ (ALMOND SWEETMEATS)
These delicious, low-fat Middle Eastern almond sweetmeats are from 'The Best of Lebanese and Middle Eastern Cooking', and have been posted for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. The "resting" time for the paste has not been included in the preparation time below.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 40 Loz
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the finely chopped pistachio nuts and caster sugar, and set aside.
- Combine the ground almonds and icing sugar with enough orange-blossom water to form a stiff paste.
- Knead until smooth and allow to rest for about 10 minutes.
- Shape the paste into small balls the size of a walnut, and using a teaspoon handle, make a small hole in each ball and fill it with the combined pistachio nuts and caster sugar; close the hole over the filling and reshape to a round shape.
- Roll the balls in icing sugar and place in small paper cups or on a serving plate. Decorate the top of each ball with a peeled pistachio nut.
- Serve with coffee.
- Note: To peel pistachio nuts, simmer for 3 minutes, drain and slip off skins; dry on a paper towel before use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.4, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 0.2, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 7, Protein 2.4
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Moiz Kazmi
moiz_k25@hotmail.frOverall, I thought this recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.
Rosie Minelli
rosiem@gmail.comThis recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.
Pa Sesay
sesayp25@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly, but my sweetmeats didn't turn out right. They were too dry and crumbly.
Md Abdul Jolil
m@gmail.comI wasn't a big fan of the texture of these sweetmeats. They were a bit too chewy for my taste.
Lateef Monsuru
lateef30@gmail.comThese sweetmeats are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort.
Brandon
brandon@aol.comI love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different nuts and spices, and it always turns out great.
Maciu Waqanisau
w-m@yahoo.comThese almond sweetmeats are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and look beautiful on a platter.
Jabir Mustafasulaiman
m_j@hotmail.comI was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The sweetmeats turned out perfectly and were a big hit with my family.
biswas Biswas tamang
biswas.b17@gmail.comI've been making this recipe for years and it never disappoints. The sweetmeats are always soft and chewy, with a delicate almond flavor.
vanilla_bxrry
vanilla_bxrry@aol.comThese almond sweetmeats were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and tasted delicious.