Briouate aux Fruits Secs

Briouate aux Fruits Secs is a delightful Moroccan baked dish featuring a delicate pastry filled with a mixture of nuts and spices. This low-carb version brings the traditional flavors to life while keeping it healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Butter - 50 grams, melted
• Egg - 1 large
• Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chopped walnuts - 30 grams
• Chopped almonds - 30 grams
• Chopped pistachios - 30 grams
• Stevia or erythritol - 2 tablespoons (optional, for sweetness)
• Salt - a pinch
• Olive oil - for brushing

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, melted butter, egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, chopped walnuts, chopped almonds, chopped pistachios, sweetener (if using), and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into small balls (about the size of a walnut) and flatten each ball into a thin disc.
4. Place a tablespoon of the nut mixture in the center of each disc, fold the edges over to form a triangle, and seal the edges with a fork.
5. Brush each briouate with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 90 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in healthy fats from nuts, promoting heart health.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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