Preparation RecipeKaka BreadKermanshah and Northern Styles
Kaka is a traditional and delightful sweet that, despite its simple appearance, contains rich flavors and pleasant aromas. This confection, which is skillfully and meticulously made, typically has a soft texture and a strong taste from aromatic spices like cardamom and sometimessaffronIt embodies not just a sweet treat for hospitality but also stands as a symbol of Iranian pastry heritage. In this section ofSelMagzwe will introduce you to the methods of making various types of Kaka sweets.
How to Make Simple Kaka with Puff Pastry
This recipe provides a quick and easy method for making Kaka usingpuff pastry.
Ingredients for Kaka Bread
| Ingredients | Amount |
| Puff Pastry | Three Layers |
| Powdered Sugar | 300 grams |
| Melted Butter | 200 grams |
| Ground Pistachio | 100 grams |
| GroundAlmondorCoconut(optional) | 100 grams |
| Egg Yolk | 1 piece |
Steps for Making Kaka Bread with Prepared Dough
To prepare Kaka sweets using puff pastry, follow these steps.
Step One:
When unfolding the puff pastry, cover it with a clean, slightly damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
Place the first layer of puff pastry on a baking tray and evenly brush it with melted butter. Be careful not to let the butter spill over the edges of the pastry. Sprinkle some powdered sugar over the butter surface.
Step Two:
Place the second layer of puff pastry on top of the first and repeat the butter brushing and powdered sugar sprinkling steps. Add the third layer of puff pastry and repeat the previous steps once more.
Step Three:
After stacking three layers of puff pastry, cover the top with powdered sugar. Divide the rectangular dough into two parts. For this, position the dough vertically and sprinkle a horizontal line of powdered sugar in the middle. Fold the dough and then cut it into a rectangular or diagonal shape using a sharp knife.
Step Four:
Grease the baking tray and arrange the cut pieces of dough on it. In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolk and then brush it over the surface of the cut dough pieces. Optionally, sprinkle ground pistachio, almond, or coconut on top of the dough. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and place the tray in the oven for 15 minutes to bake the Kaka until golden and crisp.How to Make Kerman Kaka Sweets (Kaka Bread)This recipe describes the traditional method for making Kerman Kaka bread, resulting in a crispy texture and delightful flavor.
Ingredients for Making Simple and Delicious Kaka Bread
Ingredients
Amount
| Wheat Flour | 600 grams |
| Warm Water | 100 milliliters |
| Melted Solid Oil | 100 grams |
| Instant Dry Yeast | 1 teaspoon |
| Egg | 1 piece |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Powdered Sugar or Sugar | to taste |
| Cardamom | as needed |
| Water (27 degrees Celsius) | 1/4 cup |
| Steps for Making Kaka Kerman | To make the best Kerman Kaka bread, follow these steps. |
Step One:
At the beginning, mix 1/4 cup of
warm water
with sugar and instant dry yeast, stirring with a wooden or plastic spoon (do not use a metal spoon). Cover the container and wait about 10 minutes for the yeast to activate.Step Two:In another bowl, mix water, egg, and melted solid oil with a hand mixer until the egg is well blended. Add the activated yeast mixture to the egg and oil mixture and stir well.
Step Three:
Mix salt with flour and gradually add it to the mixture. The dough should not become too stiff. Knead the dough slightly with the palm of your hand.
Step Four:
Place the prepared dough in another bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and sprinkle some flour on top to prevent it from drying out. Allow it to rest at room temperature for 2 hours until it doubles in size.
Step Five:
Gently knead the rested dough. Take a piece the size of a
small tangerine
and shape it into a round ball. Dust both sides of the dough balls with flour to prevent them from drying out. Cover the shaped dough with a damp cloth and let them rest for another 10 minutes.Step Six:Roll out the dough as thin as possible, shaped like
lavash bread
. Place a pan or saj on the stove and heat it up. Cook the thin dough on it.Step Seven:Prepare a mixture of powdered sugar and cardamom. When one side of the bread is cooked and slightly golden around the edges, flip it. Before the bread cools completely, fill half of it with the sugar and cardamom mixture.
Roll the bread and gently press it with a rolling pin to compact the filling. Cut the rolled bread at an angle and dust them with extra powdered sugar.
A Comprehensive Recipe for Northern Kaka Sweets (Kaka Roshdi)
Kaka Roshdi is one of the traditional sweets from Gilan that is very delicious, simple to make, and requires few ingredients. Additionally, you don’t need an oven to make Kaka, making it a delightful option for a snack. Below are various methods for preparing this Northern Kaka.
How to Make Gilan Kaka with
Rice Flour
(Traditional Method)This recipe represents the base and most traditional method for making Kaka, which you can make simply or with additions such aswalnuts
andraisins.Ingredients for Simple Gilan KakaIngredients
Amount
| Rice Flour | 1 cup |
| Milk | 1/2 cup |
| Egg | 1 piece |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Chopped Walnuts | 1/4 cup (optional) |
| Raisins | 1/4 cup (optional) |
| Steeped Saffron | to taste (optional) |
| Cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground Cardamom | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Baking Powder | 1 teaspoon (optional; for more puffiness) |
| Step-by-Step Recipe for Kaka without Zucchini | To prepare this type of Kaka, follow the recipe below completely. |
Step One:
In the first step of preparing Kaka without zucchini, pour milk (or yogurt) into a suitable container and gradually add the rice flour while stirring until the flour is fully dissolved. Add the baking powder (if using) as well.
Step Two:
Add sugar to the mixture. Then, crack the egg in a separate container, ensuring it is intact, and add it to the mixture, stirring well to achieve a uniform blend. Incorporate the steeped saffron, chopped walnuts, and raisins into the mixture and mix well.
Step Three:
Place a non-stick pan over medium heat and add some oil to warm up. Using a ladle, pour some of the Kaka mixture into the pan (a key point: for a thinner Kaka, add the mixture in small amounts to form a thin layer). Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for about 5 minutes until the edges become golden.
Step Four:
Then, flip the Kaka to roast the other side as well. Once fully cooked, place the Kaka on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
How to Make Simple Kaka with Wheat Flour without Zucchini
If rice flour is unavailable or you are looking for a different flavor, you can use wheat flour. This method covers how to make simple Kaka with wheat flour without zucchini.
Ingredients for Delicious Northern Kaka
Ingredients
Amount
| Wheat Flour | 1 cup |
| Rice Flour | 1 cup |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Egg | 2 pieces |
| Cinnamon Powder | 2 tablespoons |
| Vanilla | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Baking Powder | 2 teaspoons |
| How to Make Northern Kaka Sweets | To prepare this type of sweet, follow these steps. |
Step One:
Beat the egg, sugar, vanilla, and
cinnamon powder
with a fork or whisk. Add the flours (rice and wheat) and mix.Step Two:Add milk and mix well until the batter is smooth. Fry the mixture in hot oil over low heat until both sides are golden.
Important Notes:
You can use two-thirds of a cup of
yogurt
- instead of milk.If you do not add baking powder, your Kaka will not puff up and will flatten.Additional Tips on Kaka Bread
- The preparation time for the ingredients and necessities is approximately
2 hours and 20 minutes
and the cooking time is about20 minutes
.You can serve Kaka fora snack.
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