🍮 Desserts
Panjeri
A traditional sweet treat known for its high nutritional value. Made with polenta and nuts, it can be stored in an airtight container for several weeks. Enjoy as a snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of polenta (cornmeal)
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- Oil (for frying)
- 1/2 gram of almonds ground (optional)
- 1/2 gram of cashew nuts ground (optional)
- 1/2 gram of melon seeds ground (optional)
Method
- 1
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add some oil.
- 2
Pour 1 cup of polenta into the pan and stir continuously to prevent lumps. Cook on low heat for about 30 minutes until it turns slightly golden brown, stirring frequently.
- 3
Once cooked, add 1/2 cup of sugar. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Continue stirring for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the sugar to melt and coat the polenta evenly.
- 5
Grind almonds and cashew nuts separately until they form a coarse powder.
- 6
Add the ground almonds and cashew nuts to the pan. Stir well to incorporate.
- 7
Keep stirring for an additional 10 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed and well-cooked.
- 8
Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- 9
Transfer to a serving dish and serve as a delicious sweet treat.