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I love ekmek katifi! Here are some of my favorite recipes
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Ekmek Kataifi Recipe - Custard with Whipped Cream and Pastry Recipe

Learn how to make and prepare the recipe for Ekmek Kataifi, a Greek whipped custard dessert.
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Greek Ekmek Kataifi recipe (Custard and whipped cream pastry with syrup)

An absolutely delicious Ekmek Kataifi recipe! Discover how to make this traditional Ekmek dish to perfection with my extensive list of hints and tips and detailed preparation photos! Go ahead, indulge yourself!
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Ekmek Kadayifi

Ekmek kadayifi by Greek chef Akis Petretizikis. A delicious, traditional dessert that will leave your guests speechless! Serve with your choice of fresh fruit!
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I am totally obsessed with Ek Mek. I have never made it myself, but I love it when I bump into this. Had my first exposure at a Greek festival. My family never made it, but one day I might learn how to make it. If I want to eat it, I might need to make it myself since it is difficult to find.
 
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GreekGirlCooks said:
I am totally obsessed with Ek Mek. I have never made it myself, but I love it when I bump into this. Had my first exposure at a Greek festival. My family never made it, but one day I might learn how to make it. If I want to eat it, I might need to make it myself since it is difficult to find.
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I think it's all in making a light and delicate but delicious cream. It's difficult to find this balance
 
acamp7 said:
I think it's all in making a light and delicate but delicious cream. It's difficult to find this balance
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It's very difficult! I prefer to have someone else make this one for me. ;)
 
GreekGirlCooks said:
It's very difficult! I prefer to have someone else make this one for me. ;)
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I do too! When I do find it, it's a real treat. I make other Greek desserts at home, so I do like to save something special to order when I go out.
 
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