Uzbek pahleva
Description
This is a simplified recipe for Uzbek pahlava without sugar syrup and honey topping. Unlike the classic version, this pahlava is three-layered and made with unleavened dough.
Instructions
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Step 1
Put flour into a bowl, add butter and rub together. Make a well in the center, crack in the eggs, add baking soda, sour cream, and a pinch of salt. Knead the dough until smooth. The dough should be soft and elastic at the same time. Cover with a towel and let rest for 40 minutes.
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Step 2
Divide the dough into 3 parts and roll out into three squares using a rolling pin.
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Step 3
Beat the egg whites until foamy, pour into a bowl, then add raisins, granulated sugar, vanilla, and chopped nuts.
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Step 4
We end up with three layers of dough and two layers of filling. Place the first layer of dough onto a greased baking sheet, divide the filling into two parts, and spread one part onto the first dough layer. Repeat the same with the second dough layer. Place the third dough layer on top.
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Step 5
Next, cut everything into diamonds and place in the oven at 190 degrees, baking for up to 90 minutes. The baklava is ready when the surface turns golden brown.
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Step 6
Serve the dish at the table.