Qottab facts for kids
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| Type | Pastry |
|---|---|
| Place of origin |  Iran |
| Region or state | Yazd |
| Main ingredients | Flour, almonds, powdered sugar, vegetable oil, cardamom |
Qottab (Persian: قطاب qottâb) is a yummy deep-fried pastry from Iran. It's filled with delicious almonds. This sweet treat is made with simple ingredients. These include flour, almonds, powdered sugar, vegetable oil, and a spice called cardamom. The city of Yazd in Iran is super famous for making the best Qottab!
What is Qottab?
Qottab is a popular Iranian dessert. It looks like a small, crescent-shaped pastry. The outside is crispy from being deep-fried. Inside, it has a sweet, nutty filling. People often enjoy Qottab with tea. It's a special treat for holidays and celebrations.
Qottab's History
Did you know Qottab has a long history? It came from an older savory pastry. This pastry was known as sanbosag. The sanbosag is also the ancestor of other famous pastries. These include the sambusa from Ethiopia. It's also related to the samosa you might know from South Asia.
Over time, the original savory sanbosag became less common. By the 16th century, it was rare. You could mostly find it in areas like Laristan. It was also popular along the Persian Gulf Coast. But the sweet Qottab became very popular. It is now a beloved dessert in Iran.
