Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Dip Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 cups frozen or thawed kataifi, cut into small shreds (about 3 ounces)
• 1 (3.9 ounce) package chocolate instant pudding and pie filling (such as Jell-O)
• 1 cup pistachio cream (such as Flora pistachio crunchy spread)
• 3 tablespoons tap water
• 1/2 cup chopped lightly salted pistachios, plus more for garnish
• 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini (ground sesame seeds)
• 1 quart whole fresh strawberries with tops
• Flaky sea salt (optional)

Directions

Step 1: Gather all ingredients and prepare the necessary kitchen tools.

Step 2: In a saucepan, heat the milk over low heat until steaming, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in the chopped chocolate chips until the mixture is smooth.

Step 3: Pour the melted chocolate mixture into a large shallow bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap touches the surface of the chocolate mixture. Freeze for about 30 minutes, or until thickened and chilled.

Step 4: While the chocolate mixture chills, melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the kataifi and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 6 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a bowl and set aside 3 tablespoons for garnish.

Step 5: After the chocolate mixture has chilled, pour it through a fine-mesh strainer set over a large bowl containing the instant pudding. Whisk the mixture constantly until it begins to thicken and the pudding mix dissolves, which should take about 4 minutes. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 6: In a separate bowl, combine the pistachio cream and water, stirring until smooth. Gently fold in the cooked kataifi, pistachios, and tahini until fully combined.

Step 7: Transfer the kataifi mixture into a shallow serving bowl and spread it into an even layer. Next, top the kataifi with the chocolate pudding mixture, spreading it evenly over the top.

Step 8: Garnish with the reserved kataifi, chopped pistachios, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, if desired. Serve with fresh strawberries on the side.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 492
• Total Fat: 29g (37% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 9g (46% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 16mg (5% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 483mg (21% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 53g (19% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 8g (27% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 31g
• Protein: 12g (24% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 69mg (77% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 136mg (10% Daily Value)
• Iron: 3mg (17% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 699mg (15% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.