Sweet Almond 'briks'

Submitted by Stacia_

"A mixture of nuts may be substituted for almonds. One tablespoon of plain yogurt may be substituted for the egg yolk, making the dish dairy. *may substitute 1 Tbsp. confectioners' sugar In a small bowl, combine the nuts, sugar, rose water, egg yolk and melted margarine. Set aside."

 

• Ready In: 55mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 20

ingredients

• 1 cup finely ground almonds
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon rose water
• 1 egg, divided
• 1 tablespoon pareve margarine, melted
• 6 egg roll wraps
• oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons honey, warmed*
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice

directions

1. Note:*may substitute 1 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2. In a small bowl, combine the nuts, sugar, rose water, egg yolk and melted margarine. Set aside.
3. Cut each egg-roll wrapper diagonally in half. Place 1 tablespoon of the almond mixture on the center of each triangle.
4. Brush the edges with the egg white, lightly beaten. Cover as in a triangular turnover and press the edges to seal.
5. Heat 2 cups olive or vegetable oil in a deep heavy saucepan or skillet to 375°. Test by tossing in a small bread cube, which should brown in 60 seconds.
6. Carefully slide the briks into the hot oil, two or three at a time.
7. Fry the briks, turning once, 20 to 25 seconds, or until golden-brown. Remove with a slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels.
8. Combine the honey and lemon juice. Brush over briks, or just dust with confectioners' sugar.