Description
Kichi is a versatile dish with deep cultural roots, featuring a dough stuffed with either savory or sweet fillings. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert, kichi delivers rich flavors and comforting textures. It combines tradition with innovation, offering endless possibilities depending on the fillings used—be it meats, vegetables, fruits, or custard. This recipe allows you to create a delicious kichi filled with your favorite ingredients, tailored to your personal preferences.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or substitute with gluten-free flour)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon yeast (optional)
For Savory Filling:
- 200g ground meat (beef, lamb, or chicken)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Sweet Filling:
- ½ cup chopped dates or dried apricots
- ¼ cup crushed nuts (walnuts, almonds)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough:
Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Gradually add warm water, stirring until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for 30–40 minutes to rise. -
Make the Fillings:
For savory filling: In a skillet, sauté ground meat with onions, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper until fully cooked. Let it cool.
For sweet filling: Mix chopped dates, nuts, and honey (optional) in a bowl. Add cinnamon if desired. -
Assemble the Kichi:
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into a thin circle. Place a spoonful of your chosen filling in the center, then fold the dough over and pinch the edges to seal. -
Cook:
Baking: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the kichi on a parchment-lined tray and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
Frying: Heat oil in a pan and cook each kichi for 2–3 minutes on each side until crispy and golden.
Notes
Experiment with different fillings based on your preference—savory options like spinach and feta, or sweet variations with chocolate or custard.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sweet
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kichi
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: kichi recipe, stuffed pastry, savory pastry, sweet pastry, Middle Eastern food, baked kichi