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Turkish Delight

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A classic Middle Eastern confection, Turkish Delight is a sweet, chewy candy flavored with rosewater or citrus and dusted with powdered sugar.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups cornstarch
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • 4 1/4 cups water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp rosewater (or orange blossom water)
  • Food coloring (optional, typically pink or yellow)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine 4 cups of sugar, 1 1/2 cups of water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil and simmer until it reaches 240°F (115°C), then remove from heat.
  2. In a separate large saucepan, mix cornstarch, cream of tartar, and the remaining water. Cook over medium heat until thick and paste-like.
  3. Slowly pour the hot sugar syrup into the cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly.
  4. Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring frequently, for about 1 hour until golden and very thick.
  5. Stir in rosewater and food coloring if using.
  6. Pour into a greased or parchment-lined square baking dish and let cool overnight at room temperature.
  7. Cut into cubes and dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.

Notes

  • Rosewater gives the traditional flavor, but you can substitute with lemon or orange extract.
  • Store Turkish Delight in an airtight container to keep it from drying out.
  • Use a sharp knife dusted with powdered sugar to cut clean cubes.

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Keywords: Turkish Delight, Lokum, Middle Eastern sweets, rosewater candy, vegetarian dessert

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