This is a 3rd century dessert! And it’s something Cleopatra ate in ancient Egypt as a pharaoh. So if it’s fit for Cleopatra, it’s fit for me. 😅 The woman knew what she wanted. You should really try it. They are an experience in itself to eat. It’s like candy, but so indulgent.
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 pan and let cool completely. Enjoy.
