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Authentic Algerian Griwech Recipe: 1 Crispy Honey Pastry Guide
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Authentic Algerian Griwech Recipe (Crispy Honey Pastry)

Traditional Algerian braided fried pastry coated in warm honey and sprinkled with sesame seeds. Crispy, sweet, and aromatic.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 15 pieces
Course: Dessert, Pastry
Cuisine: algerian
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 125 g melted ghee or clarified butter cooled
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar or fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Orange blossom water mixed with warm water to collect dough
  • Cornstarch for rolling out dough
  • Vegetable oil for deep frying
  • 300 g pure honey
  • 3 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, sift flour, salt, and baking powder. Add melted butter and rub with hands until sandy.
  2. Add the egg, vanilla, and vinegar. Gradually add orange blossom water while kneading until a smooth, non-sticky dough forms.
  3. Divide dough into 4 balls, wrap in plastic, and let rest for 30 minutes.
  4. Dust workspace with cornstarch and roll dough out very thin (approx. 1-2 mm).
  5. Cut rectangles (10 times 12text{ cm}) using a pastry wheel. Make 4 internal longitudinal cuts.
  6. Interlace the 5 strips between your fingers to create the traditional flower braid shape.
  7. Fry in medium-hot deep oil until puffed and golden brown. Drain well.
  8. Dip warm pastries into warm honey infused with a splash of orange blossom water. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

For maximum crispiness, do not honey all pieces at once if storing. Honey only the portions you plan to serve immediately. (Note: Nutrition values are estimated).

Nutrition Facts:

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 240 kcal
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Sodium: 65 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 18 g