RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE CYPRUS SOUZOUKKOS

Souzoukkos is a delicious traditional Cyprus dessert, known for its sweet taste and unique texture. This recipe combines walnuts with grape syrup and is perfect to enjoy on any special occasion.

Souzoukkos Ingredients

1 kg whole walnuts

1 kg of ripe grapes

1 kg of sugar

1 liter of water

cotton threads

Preparation of Souzoukkos step by step

First, wash the grapes and remove all the seeds. Then, place them in a pot with water and sugar, and cook over low heat until you obtain a thick syrup.

Meanwhile, soak the nuts in boiling water for a few minutes to soften them slightly.

Once softened, remove the nuts from the water and let them cool. Then carefully insert the cotton threads through each nut, forming a chain.

Dip the strung nuts into the hot grape syrup, making sure to completely coat each nut. Let the syrup dry slightly before repeating the process several times so that the nuts are completely covered.

Finally, hang the strung nuts in a cool, dry place to harden. Once they are ready, she cuts the Souzoukkos into portions and enjoys this delicious traditional Cypriot dessert.