Zeinab Fingers – Recipe for Zeinab Fingers – How to Prepare Zeinab Fingers

Zeinab Fingers – Recipe for Zeinab Fingers – How to Prepare Zeinab Fingers

Zeinab Fingers are a type of delicious sweet pastry that is easy to prepare and takes only 40 minutes to make. These crispy, stuffed pastries are not only tasty but also provide a good nutritional value. For every 300 grams of Zeinab Fingers, you get 240 calories, 3.6 grams of protein, 29 grams of carbohydrates, and 12 grams of fat. Below are the ingredients for 20 servings and the preparation method. We hope you enjoy today's dish!


Ingredients for Zeinab Fingers

Zeinab Fingers

 

For the Filling:

  • 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 ½ cups of water
  • ¾ cup of cornstarch (about 100 grams)
  • 300 grams of cream cheese
  • 200 grams of spring roll pastry sheets

For Sealing the Pastry:

  • 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons of water
  • 1 cup of vegetable oil

For the Syrup (Qater):

  • 2 cups of white sugar
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon of orange blossom water
  • 1 teaspoon of rose water
  • ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract

How to Prepare Zeinab Fingers

Step 1: Preparing the Syrup (Qater)

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water, and heat it over medium flame until it boils.
  2. Once boiling, add lemon juice, orange blossom water, rose water, and vanilla extract.
  3. Let the syrup simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and allow it to cool completely.

Step 2: Preparing the Filling

  1. In a saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, water, and cornstarch.
  2. Stir continuously over medium heat until the mixture thickens into a sauce-like consistency.
  3. Add the cream cheese and mix well until fully combined.
  4. Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool.

Step 3: Preparing the Pastry

  1. Lay the spring roll pastry sheets flat on a clean surface.
  2. Cut each sheet into squares of an appropriate size for the filling.
  3. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each square.
  4. Fold in the sides and roll the pastry into a finger shape.
  5. Use the flour-water mixture to seal the edges of the pastry.

Step 4: Frying the Zeinab Fingers

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the prepared Zeinab Fingers until golden brown, turning them occasionally to ensure even frying.
  3. Once fried, immediately pour the cooled syrup over the hot pastries.

Serving

  • Let the Zeinab Fingers absorb the syrup and cool slightly.
  • Arrange the Zeinab Fingers on a serving plate and enjoy with family or guests!

These crispy, syrup-soaked pastries are perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the delicious, rich flavor of Zeinab Fingers with a cup of tea or coffee!

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