Dairy-Free Egyptian Feteer Meshaltet (Flaky Pastry) with Date Filling

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Water
• 1 cup Vegetable Shortening
• 1 cup Date Paste
• 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add water, mixing until a smooth and elastic dough forms.
2. 2Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes.
3. 3Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball.
4. 4Lightly grease a baking sheet with vegetable shortening.
5. 5On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough ball into a very thin circle.
6. 6Spread a thin layer of vegetable shortening over the entire surface of the dough.
7. 7Fold the dough in half, then in half again, creating a quarter circle.
8. 8Repeat with the remaining dough balls and vegetable shortening.
9. 9Roll out each quarter circle into a thin square or circle. Spread a spoonful of date paste in the center.
10. 10Fold the edges of the dough over the date paste to enclose it completely.
11. 11Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
12. 12Place the filled pastries on the prepared baking sheet.
13. 13Brush the tops with melted vegetable shortening and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.
14. 14Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.
15. 15Serve warm.

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