The recipe "Esh al bulbul " among the recipes it's reminds us of "Ramadan" the ninth month of Islamic calendar or as it is called Fasting month.
Ramadan is family time within saudi arabia, therefore we enjoy that point each year with this wonderful family and buddies, the finish from the month we celebrate Eid for several days.
Actually Ramadan isn't just about food celebration,It is a month filled with Spiritual ,Prayer studying from the Qur'an.
The real meaning for Ramadan sympathy for individuals who're hungry, hurting, and alone, try to assist them to.
For "Esh al bulbul " you'll need:
1 package (about 500 g) konafa =kataifi shredded pastry .
Almonds, Pistachios, hazel nut.
For shira (syrup):
1 1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon orange blossom water or rose water
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
To create shira (syrup):
Combine all component inside a medium pan, stir over heat, until sugar is dissolved simmer, uncovered without stirring about fifteen minutes or until mixture is thickened.
1)Take a tiny bit of shredded pastry ,roll it around your finger then Put on baking sheet.
2)Bake in 350F oven, for twenty to thirty minutes or until it gently browned ,then fill each with two or three bits of your preferred nut,(dip the nut within the syrup then put it in the heart of konafa).
3)Lower the oven heat to 300 F. and bake for ten to fifteen or until they gold and crunchy.