Diples

Directions

Start with the syrup. Put the syrup ingredients in a small saucepan and once it comes to a boil, remove it from the heat after 2 minutes and let it cool while we prepare our diples.

In a bowl, sift the flour and add salt and sugar. Mix well. Then add the eggs, brandy, and mix until the dough becomes pliable and doesn't stick to your hands. Shape it into a ball and rub some olive oil on the dough. Place it back in the bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rest in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.

Next, on a clean surface, dust some flour and take a portion of the dough, rolling it out into a very thin sheet. Repeat the same process with the rest of the dough. Cut it into thin strips and cover them with a clean towel.

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan.

With the help of a fork, pass the strip of dough through its prongs and make a turn. Dip it into the hot oil, holding the end of the strip with your other hand. The dough will start to bubble. Slowly and steadily, turn the fork and loosely wrap the strip around it. The movement should be slow and steady. Once the strip is fully wrapped, hold the fork for a few seconds to stabilize the rose shape you've created. Then, with the help of a second fork, release the wrapped diples. Let them fry until they turn a light golden color.

Using the forks, remove the diples from the oil and dip them into the cold syrup. Allow them to soak for a few seconds. Then, transfer them onto a wire rack.

Repeat the process with the remaining dough.

Once all the diples are done, place them on a beautiful festive plate. Drizzle them with honey and sprinkle crushed walnuts, Aegina pistachios, and a generous amount of cinnamon!

Wishing you success!

• We add brandy to prevent the dough from becoming too eggy and for its aroma.
• The amount of eggs should be around 250g in proportion to the flour. Therefore, it would be good to weigh them to ensure the desired result of the dough.
• Since the eggs take some time to be absorbed by the flour in order to achieve a very thin opening, it needs to rest.
• You can also cut the diples into rectangular pieces and after frying, roll and fold them using two forks to form beautiful rolls.
• Initially, the heat should be medium to high, and then adjusted to medium during frying.