Crispy Afghan Elephant’s Ear Delight

Certainly! Here’s the delightful recipe for Gosh i Fil – Elephant’s Ear, a scrumptious Afghan dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or indulging in a taste of the fair right in your own home! 🐘🍴

Gosh i Fil – Elephant’s Ear

Total Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Servings: Not specified

Ingredients:

• 3 eggs
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup white flour
• 3 3/4 cups sugar (for syrup)
• 2 cups water (for syrup)
• 1 cup powdered sugar (for garnish)
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom (for garnish)
• 1/2 cup pistachio nut (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy.
   • Add salt, sugar, oil, and milk to the beaten eggs, and continue to beat until well combined.

2. Knead the Dough:

   • Gradually add sifted flour to the mixture while stirring continuously.
   • Once all the flour is added, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
   • Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If needed, add a little water to the dough to achieve the right consistency.

3. Roll Out the Dough:

   • Divide the dough into small sections.
   • Roll each section of dough out into thin circles or squares. For the “elephant ears,” pleat in one side of a circular piece. For bows, pleat in the center of a rectangular piece. You can make these pieces up to a foot in diameter, depending on the size of your pan.

4. Fry the Dough:

   • Heat a generous amount of fat in a large shallow pan over medium heat.
   • Fry the rolled-out dough pieces a few at a time until they are lightly browned, turning them once to ensure even cooking.
   • Once cooked, remove the fried dough from the fat and drain any excess oil.

5. Prepare the Syrup:

   • In a separate saucepan, combine 3 3/4 cups of sugar with 2 cups of water.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved.

6. Finish and Serve:

   • Drizzle the prepared syrup over the fried pastry.
   • Immediately dust the pastry with generous amounts of powdered sugar, cardamom, and chopped pistachio nuts for a delightful garnish.

Enjoy these crispy, sweet Elephant’s Ears as a delightful treat reminiscent of Afghan cuisine and fairground delights! Serve them up at your next gathering or special occasion for a memorable dessert experience. 🐘🍬