Stuffed Dates with Pistachio and Black Pepper
By Joanna Barajas
What kind of dessert does a woman like Cleopatra eat? Well, let’s time travel to the 3rd century to find out. On her table, you’ll find these stuffed dates bathed in honey. I had to try them to see what a pharaoh would eat at the time.
And I was surprised! They were really decadent and fun to eat. When you bite into it, it’s like a soft marshmallow, but with a little heat from the black pepper.
If you want to feast like the queen of queens, give them a try!
Stuffed Dates with Pistachio and Black Pepper
Ingredients (for 5 dates)
- 5 medjool dates, pitted
- 3-4 Tbsp. Pistachios, crushed
- 1-2 tsp. Black pepper, crushed
- Flaky sea salt for rolling
- ¼ cup honey or so
Directions:
- Pit dates. Mix crushed pistachio and black pepper together. I like using a meat mallet to crush them. But you can use a spice grinder, mortar and pestle or food processor. Keep them chunky.
- Stuff dates with nut-black pepper mixture. Press to close together well. Repeat with all dates.
- Then roll dates in a small bowl of flaky sea salt. Set aside.
- Heat honey in a small pan. When it starts to bubble add dates. Use a spoon to spoon over honey on dates. Heat until honey evaporates or turns darker in color, just a couple minutes. Remove dates from the pan and let cool completely. Enjoy.
I hope you try this new recipe! Snap a picture and tag me @chefjoannas on instagram so I see how yours came out.
Chef Joanna is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and is a private chef for the stars. She also hosts pop up dinners and cooking classes inspired by her travels around the world. You can find more of her work at www.chefjoannas.com
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