HOW TO MAKE GRANDMA’S AUTHENTIC GREEK BAKLAVA

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  • @mariakoufalis1487
    @mariakoufalis1487 Рік тому +21

    Both my parents were born and raised in Greece. They moved to Montreal when they married and started their family. Montreal has a very high percentage of Greeks, therefore many Greek restaurants and bakeries. One tip I would like to share with your viewers is regarding the syrup. Never add the honey until after all the ingredients have come to a boil. Once you turn off the burner then pour in your honey. Otherwise the heat breaks down its properties and makes it less potent and unfortunately takes away from its flavor.

  • @charlottestewart5802
    @charlottestewart5802 6 місяців тому +3

    refrigerating the baklava before cutting is an important step the prior chef on youtube failed to mention. It's very important. I'd recommend watching a couple of these videos before making your baklava. This is a really good base one.

  • @carolinema887
    @carolinema887 2 роки тому +6

    Thanks for honoring your husband's Greek grandmother. You are a very special lady! Thanks for sharing and giving the world a little bit of your grandmother. 🤍
    Now I'm going to try to make it! 😋 🤞😍

  • @n.2488
    @n.2488 13 днів тому +1

    Thank you. I might make some tomorrow but with a mix of nuts.

  • @alyvon777
    @alyvon777 Рік тому +1

    You are very sweet, humble and real. Thank you for sharing with me! :)

  • @krannz
    @krannz 9 місяців тому +2

    I've made this recipe multiple times and it's so good!! The best syrup!! Thanks so much for sharing!!!🤩

    • @noilkiyas98
      @noilkiyas98 Місяць тому

      Ingredients for syrup please

  • @Nicholas.Tsagkos
    @Nicholas.Tsagkos Рік тому +4

    Perfect presentation of the Greek version of Baklava, having one of them hot and one of them cold is a classic secret in Greece, covering the phyllo as well, important.
    Yaya would be proud of you.
    Filakia

  • @MsGumgal
    @MsGumgal 8 днів тому

    Hi! I grew up learning from my Mom how to make baklava nut rolls, but I was asked to make baklava traditional way in a pan, which I’m doing this week for a wedding. I have been scouring to try to find someone that does it similar to how I make my baklava nut rolls because I’ve never made a pan of baklava. and I finally found you this afternoon! Even your tips were like my mom’s tips. Thank you so much and I can’t wait to make it tomorrow!

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  8 днів тому +1

      @@MsGumgal I’m glad you found the instruction you need! Be sure to make this at least a day ahead so the extra sugar syrup can drain off. Have fun baking and thanks for your comment!

    • @MsGumgal
      @MsGumgal 8 днів тому

      @@pamelasfavoriterecipes7998 yes I’m making it tomorrow and the person is picking it up on Thursday that I’m making it for😊 Thanks again Pamela! ~Barb in NH~

  • @alahatzaifat1872
    @alahatzaifat1872 Рік тому +5

    Hi Pam... first time visiting your channel. I am of Greek descent and I commend you and Yiayia for a lovely traditional baklava. It is almost exactly like my dear departed mom used to make... the only difference is that she mixed ground walnuts and almonds in her version. The spicing is the same etc...
    The only thing I think I would do differently, and it is only because of my preference... I probably would not drain the extra... hahahahaha... I love my baklava dripping in syrup....
    Kudos again!! Lovely!! She would have been so proud to be there with you when you put this together.
    Bravo!!! 😘

  • @NicksEZPZcooking
    @NicksEZPZcooking 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing your recipes with us!

  • @Margaret709
    @Margaret709 4 роки тому +4

    You did Yiayia proud Pam! It looks just like hers! Poli Oraia! Save me a piece!

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you, Margaret! I was glad I had your story to add to the video, and I will definitely save you some.

  • @kimberlyv3412
    @kimberlyv3412 7 місяців тому

    First and I will be back again! Thank you for the great video and thank you Grandma!!

  • @catherinedilworth1363
    @catherinedilworth1363 Рік тому

    The whole cloves on top of each piece looks pretty.

  • @riverunner9978
    @riverunner9978 Рік тому +1

    I made this to take to our family thanksgiving event. Thank you so delicious!

  • @conradagnos5863
    @conradagnos5863 Місяць тому

    Love your presentation. I have been making baklava for many years from a recipe from a Greek friend who owns a restaurant and only use honey for the syrup. I also put 6 layers of phyllo , nuts then 6 layers phyllo 4 times altogether. Will try your method of 1 sheet between the nuts. I am of Greek heritage and have been told by other Greeks and others raised in the Middle East that my baklava was the best they have ever had. I will give your method a try, but my wife will not let me in the kitchen if I deviate from the honey topping.

  • @plontkegurl9529
    @plontkegurl9529 2 роки тому +1

    best video for making baklava. I will be using yours for my first time making it. Thank you and Grandma :)

  • @Kasonas
    @Kasonas 3 роки тому +9

    Thanks for sharing. My Grandmother was from Greece and taught me to make it. This is very similar to mine, other than instead of putting whole cloves in the syrup, I put just a touch of ground cloves in the nut mixture. Other than that your recipe is just about the same. I do use cinnamon sticks and slices of lemon in the syrup. And honey and sugar. For the nuts I always mix walnuts and almonds. It's just how I always made it.

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  3 роки тому +1

      Kasonas, there is something really special about making and sharing recipes that have been handed down to us through the generations. I only wish my husband‘s grandmother were still here to join me in my Greek baking videos. She was such a character and would have added so much to them. Her English was not good and I don’t speak Greek but we managed and got along well in the kitchen.

    • @Kasonas
      @Kasonas Рік тому

      @@pamelasfavoriterecipes7998 Yes, but even though our Greek grandmothers are not with us, we carry on their legacies by making this baklava in their memories. 💕. Whenever someone ask for my recipe, I always share this video with them, since it is almost identical to mine, other than I use almonds and walnuts. ☺️

  • @jacquelynbrickman2982
    @jacquelynbrickman2982 9 місяців тому

    My mother in law would leave out telling me about an ingredient or two when she made her recipes. I laughed when you mentioned that. Fortunately my sister in laws would fill in the gaps. There wasn't U Tube in the 80s.and nothing was written down. So watching someone actually do it was important.Thank you for sharing. You did a great job.

  • @dianabranham7332
    @dianabranham7332 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing. And thanks for the tips. I've watched several on UA-cam make it and you are the only one that has told about one has to be cold before pouring the syrup on. That's why I like watching several people make stuff before I make it.

  • @dianabranham7332
    @dianabranham7332 Рік тому

    Thank you. You explained everything really well

  • @athome6106
    @athome6106 2 роки тому +1

    great video, thanks so much for sharing

  • @SarahS1214
    @SarahS1214 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for a wonderful detailed video! I was always too intimidated to try this, but watching this has helped. I love baklava and it would be such a accomplishment to make it!

  • @catherinedilworth1363
    @catherinedilworth1363 Рік тому

    Excellent presentation, thank you.

  • @suz0000
    @suz0000 10 місяців тому

    Thanks! I’ve had it a few times and loved it, but have never seen how it was made.

  • @ericmgarrison
    @ericmgarrison 2 роки тому +1

    Loved watching this!!! Please save those dried pieces in a ziploc bag to make orange pie (portokalopita)! When my Yiayia made baklava or kourabiedes, I always love them with a cup of black unsweetened coffee because there is so much sugar in the desert. But in each of those desserts there was always the top decoration of a clove. I would save that bike for last so I could crunch into it and have the nicest breath for the rest of the day. What wonderful memories. Thank you so much!

  • @michellelorber4822
    @michellelorber4822 6 місяців тому

    Hi Pamela, I just stumbled upon your channel and this particular recipe tonight, and I must say, I’m thoroughly impressed! Out of a sea of baklava recipes on the internet and youtube, my husband and I decided to give yours a try together, and it turned out to be a delightful experience. We both think your style and technique in the kitchen are truly exceptional, making the process not only easy to follow but also very enjoyable. Anyway, It looks like it’s been some time since your last video, and we sincerely hope you haven’t stopped creating. We’re looking forward to seeing more of your culinary creations. Keep up the fantastic work!☺️

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  6 місяців тому

      Michelle, I very much appreciate your kind words. Thank you. Last year was very busy with my elderly parents, and that prevented me from having the time to upload videos. I do have a video in the editing process right now…..thanks again for the encouragement. ❣️

  • @cherylthompson9261
    @cherylthompson9261 2 роки тому +2

    I just made baklava a few days ago and it just wasn't quite how my mom used to make it; unfortunately, she is no longer with us to ask. I watched Pam's video and can see that it looks much closer to "Mom's." Pam's turns out a beautiful golden color and has more layers of nuts. I can't wait to try making it her way at Christmas! Thanks, Pam!

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  2 роки тому

      Aww, thanks so much for that sweet comment. I can’t wait to hear how it turns out for you!

  • @ml2744
    @ml2744 Рік тому

    Absolutely the best baklava recipe!! I used pistachios instead of walnuts- amazing! Served them for Christmas Eve dessert and everyone raved. Tyty❤

  • @robreyescosme6902
    @robreyescosme6902 Рік тому

    I made baklava from your recipe... It was a big hit and everyone thought it was delicious.. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

  • @arthurmiller9434
    @arthurmiller9434 Рік тому

    Well done! Thank you!

  • @carolynwhite7664
    @carolynwhite7664 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this recipe. I have put off making baklava for years because I thought it was too hard. Wrong! Time consuming yes, but easy enough. I have just taken my first ever batch out of the oven, poured the syrup over and it smells and looks divine. I watched your video a couple of times before I made it and it was easy to follow with a lot of helpful hints along the way. I just hope it tastes as good as it smells, can't wait for tomorrow.

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  2 роки тому

      I’m so glad the video inspired you to give baklava a try, and thank you for your kind words. I’m currently working on another Greek recipe for my next video.

    • @garden4u2
      @garden4u2 8 місяців тому

      M at I have the recipe

    • @garden4u2
      @garden4u2 8 місяців тому

      Do you have the recipe

  • @jimmysimmons4797
    @jimmysimmons4797 9 місяців тому

    That was the most helpful, insightful video I seen for baklava. NICE WORK, great tips. Im Italian and the grandmas from that whole region were insane about their recipes. Why not share the love!!?? Or, they just wanted to be invited for every meal, because no one could make it better and loved the rave of the food they made? If you cook, you know what I mean.. I give my recipes away in hopes they can one day make it as good as me, or I should say Nanny. Little shout out..

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  9 місяців тому

      Thanks so much for your kind comment. I’m glad you found the video helpful. I love your insight as to why our Grammas don’t like sharing their recipes!

  • @luckydelauta3859
    @luckydelauta3859 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the tip on draining the syrup. I just made baklava for the first time last week and although it was delicious, it was saturated and not at all crunchy like the baklava I had eaten before. Next time I make it I will use your tip. Thanks again.

  • @lianas6023
    @lianas6023 6 місяців тому

    THANKS

  • @mariavaldez959
    @mariavaldez959 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for sharing.I look for the recipe long time ago👌

  • @richlohr103
    @richlohr103 2 роки тому

    Yummy heart cookies. 🍪 🍪 🍪 😋.

  • @jojoscoulos
    @jojoscoulos 3 роки тому

    Thank you that was very nice tutorial

  • @newfell1
    @newfell1 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing your granny secret receipe that I will try it soon, I wish if you add another camera so that we can see how you cook from a closer angle. Greetings from Algeria.

  • @cindy1274
    @cindy1274 Рік тому

    I made baklava for my bro and his wife for New Years. I'm baking now and want to mail it later today

  • @garden4u2
    @garden4u2 8 місяців тому

    I subscribed. Wow. My mom made this, but sadly never taught me how to do this. Please send me the recipe.

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  8 місяців тому

      Hi! The recipe is right there under the title. Touch the word ‘more’ in bold print and it will drop down for you! Merry Christmas!

  • @skyrere
    @skyrere 9 місяців тому

    Hi Pamela. I absolutely love your sharing these recipes. Do you have a website where you post them in a format that can be printed?
    I have tried to print from this page, but I get a weird information overlay that obscures the recipe.
    I look forward to more recipes. :D

  • @brentteselle386
    @brentteselle386 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @rickkelly1634
    @rickkelly1634 3 роки тому

    Yum

  • @margaretmojica8190
    @margaretmojica8190 2 роки тому

    I am getting my strength back after Omicron and a slight touch of pneumonia in one lung. As soon as I feel stronger, I am making this. I love baklava, but it is difficult to find and is very expensive. This looks doable. I especially like the flavors you put in they syrup. I am going to use pecans because I have an allergy to walnuts.

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  2 роки тому

      I’m glad to hear you are recovering well. Thanks for your comment and for watching my video! Let me know how it goes.

  • @nektariadimas7555
    @nektariadimas7555 10 днів тому

    Hi I’m Greek from Australia thank you for the video. You didn’t mention how much sugar went into the syrup, and oven temperature. We use Celsius in Australia. If I can get your assistance please.

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  10 днів тому

      @@nektariadimas7555 Hello! The recipe with all the ingredients and instructions are under the video. If you touch the word ‘more’ in bold print, the recipe will drop down for you. Thanks so much for watching❣️

  • @cindy1274
    @cindy1274 Рік тому

    it's called? Leave on counter for 1 hr after it's been thawed and also the second pack of phyllo I dont stack until I finished the first pack .keeps it less dry.

  • @highpsi11
    @highpsi11 Рік тому

    Interesting how these baklava recipes vary a bit. But they get good results.

  • @Zimzimhk
    @Zimzimhk 3 місяці тому

    A lot of recipes insist on using clarified butter, but Pam just used unsalted butter. Her mother inlaw is Greek and she uses butter instead of clarified butter, so I think must be ok to do so. Any bad experience anyone had using butter instead of clarified butter?

  • @ml2744
    @ml2744 Рік тому

    Hi Pam. So I made your Baklava with pistachios instead of walnuts. I poured the simple syrup (room temp) over the very hot baklava. That was early afternoon. I went to check on it, as I left it too cook on the dining room table. The syrup has all been absorbed. So against your instructions 🫢I tasted the corner piece. All was soaked with the syrup except a few layers of top phyllo and no excess whatsoever remains at the bottom. What should I do other than wait until tomorrow morning to check? Or make more hot syrup and pour it over now?

  • @carmenrojas4469
    @carmenrojas4469 Рік тому

    thank you looks delicious do you cover it while it's sitting on the counter cooling off

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  Рік тому +1

      Hi Carmen,
      Do not cover until it is completely cool, otherwise the Phyllo pastry will get soggy from the steam under the cover.

    • @carmenrojas4469
      @carmenrojas4469 Рік тому +1

      @@pamelasfavoriterecipes7998 thank you makes sense xoxoxo

  • @gramig0
    @gramig0 6 місяців тому

    The clove is suppose to represent the cross.

  • @joybwillett
    @joybwillett Рік тому

    Love your channel. Is it possible that we could see what you are doing like over head ? Some recipes are are to see

  • @alexandraskrika2596
    @alexandraskrika2596 Рік тому +1

    The ingredients?-how much sugar,phyllo,etc etc???

  • @lindashaw1745
    @lindashaw1745 9 місяців тому

    You can use other nuts to i like pistachios

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  9 місяців тому

      Yes you can! Any nut you prefer. I just happen to love it with walnuts and that’s what my husband’s Greek grandmother always did.

  • @cindy1274
    @cindy1274 Рік тому

    My stepmom raised me and she was Greek. I had lots of Greek food.I would like to learn to make Greek donut domathas I think its called?

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  Рік тому

      Hi Cindy, Dolmathes/ Dolmades are stuffed grape leaves. My husband‘s grandmother used to make those as well. My parents have grapevines in their yard and she used those to show me how it was done, but I have never tried it myself. I don’t know what Greek doughnut recipe you might be referring to, but I will do a little research. 😊

  • @plontkegurl9529
    @plontkegurl9529 2 роки тому

    questions..so many other recipes are saying to use clarified butter. What do you think about this?

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  2 роки тому +2

      Angela, I have no idea why anyone would need clarified butter to make baklava. The purpose in clarifying butter is to raise its smoke point. Regular butter has a smoke point of 350° and clarified butter a smoke point of 450°. Basically you’re turning your butter into oil and removing the milk solids and the water when you clarify butter. There is just no need to do this with baklava.

    • @plontkegurl9529
      @plontkegurl9529 2 роки тому +1

      Thank you
      I'll be making baklava my first time real soon.

    • @alahatzaifat1872
      @alahatzaifat1872 Рік тому

      @@gias2157 I agree with Gia... that is the only reason...and in baklava, not so important... however, if making kataifi, a similar dish but made with a shredded type of phyllo/dough, it is very evident as the milk solids are caught by the strands, almost like a strainer, and they darken quite easily and look unsightly. In baklava, since it is brushed on, you can avoid dipping your brush in the milk solids and or the milk solids run down into the cut cracks rather than staying on top.

  • @jojoscoulos
    @jojoscoulos 3 роки тому

    I had the honey at the end once the simple syrup cools down. Honey loses its nutritious value when it’s heated.

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  3 роки тому

      You are right! I sometimes do it that way and I’m not sure why I forget and add it early. Thanks for the reminder!

  • @user-zq8lj2nl6v
    @user-zq8lj2nl6v 8 місяців тому

    Where can you find the measurements

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  8 місяців тому

      Hi there,
      Under the title, find the word ‘more’ in bold print, touch it and the recipe will drop down for you.

  • @junekickham6886
    @junekickham6886 Рік тому

    Where do I find your recipe for the baklava?

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  Рік тому

      Under the title of the video is the word ‘more’ in bold print……Touch it, and the recipe will drop down.

    • @junekickham6886
      @junekickham6886 Рік тому

      I went to our annual Greek Festival yesterday and bought some of the BEST Baklava I’ve ever had and now I’m determined to make my own! Thank you for the recipe, will try very soon! 🎉

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  Рік тому +1

      Did you find my recipe?

  • @cindy1274
    @cindy1274 Рік тому

    Lol I lose count too!

  • @katherinerosengarten6368
    @katherinerosengarten6368 3 місяці тому

    how do i find the recipe?

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  3 місяці тому

      As with all my videos, the recipe is always underneath the video. Find the word ‘more’ in bold print and touch it and the recipe will drop down for you. Thanks for watching!

  • @garden4u2
    @garden4u2 8 місяців тому

    I need the recipe

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  8 місяців тому

      The recipe is there! Directly under the title of the video, find the word ‘more’ in bold print. Touch it, and the recipe will drop down for you.

  • @veliaantila1099
    @veliaantila1099 6 місяців тому

    Unable to watch your work, there is no sound.

  • @alexandraskrika2596
    @alexandraskrika2596 Рік тому

    And most important: the size of the tin?

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  Рік тому

      You will find all the details listed in the recipe underneath the video. Just touch the word ‘more’ in bold print and the recipe will drop down with the information you need. ( 13 x 9 inch pan. )

  • @ml2744
    @ml2744 Рік тому

    Can I substitute pistachios for walnuts?

  • @patriciamalave3715
    @patriciamalave3715 Рік тому

    can I used a ceramic dish ?

  • @user-fc3pg8vg9c
    @user-fc3pg8vg9c 7 місяців тому

    Authentic you could call it, if you made the dough from scratch

  • @poyrazdarknes1100
    @poyrazdarknes1100 Рік тому +1

    The Greeks did not know that there was a dessert called baklava until 50 years ago. This Turkish dessert belongs to the Ottoman cuisine. Greeks try to change the name of Turkish food and desserts to make them look like their own, but they forgot to change the name of this dessert, they should call it baklavaki 😂😂😂

    • @alahatzaifat1872
      @alahatzaifat1872 Рік тому +4

      I think you are being a little dishonest my friend. I am 60 next year... my mom died when she was 84... she made baklava as a young girl in her village. My grandmother, her mother, is the one who taught her and she had been making it as a young girl as well.
      It is funny what a people will learn when they have been under enslavement or occupation by a conquering force for 400 years. Food/recipes cannot be copyrighted... no matter what you may think. Was Greek cuisine influenced by ottoman rule/occupation? Of course, how could it not. We Greeks took your recipes and made them so much better. Turkish baklava is boring, pale, dry, and flavourless if you ask me. The only thing better about Turkish baklava is the amazing variety of shapes... I have had Turkish baklava in Istanbul and Kusadasi.... and they were not baked long enough, no spices, very little syrup, and boring. You could NOT eat a piece without tea or coffee to wash it down since it was so dry. I did not enjoy it. Greek baklava if done well has flavour, is rich and luscious with the butter and syrup and the longer baking gives it some good toasty/nutty flavour. I would skip Turkish baklava for Greek baklava, even bad Greek baklava any day of the week.

  • @Ramirayan1895
    @Ramirayan1895 3 роки тому

    Baklava is originally from Aleppo/ Syria , it is not creek nor Turkish

    • @cherylthompson9261
      @cherylthompson9261 2 роки тому +4

      I think the point of this video was in sharing a Greek family favorite recipe, not so much about where it originated from. Thanks for the information though. :o)

    • @iko8377
      @iko8377 2 роки тому +1

      İt belongs to Turks, because of Ottoman empire, other nationalities have their receipts. Thats all!

  • @ominousparallel3854
    @ominousparallel3854 3 роки тому

    This video is longer than actually making baklava.

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you, that is exactly right. This is an instructional video and because of that, it will take me longer than just putting the recipe together myself.

    • @alahatzaifat1872
      @alahatzaifat1872 Рік тому

      What a rude thing to say. Pam goes out of her way to explain the tips and tricks needed to make a good end product and you think it is too long? For someone who has never made this/not part of their culture, all the tips are important.
      Ungrateful. Shame on you.

  • @muddyfeetaussies
    @muddyfeetaussies 6 місяців тому

    Could you use maple syrup? Watered down?

    • @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998
      @pamelasfavoriterecipes7998  6 місяців тому

      I do not think that would be a good idea. Baklava should not taste like maple. Sorry!