Turkish delight
Turkish delight or lokum is a type of sweet originating from modern day Turkey. It is mainly made out of rose water and several types of nuts.[3]
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| Alternative names | Lokum |
|---|---|
| Type | Confection |
| Place of origin | Ottoman Empire,[1] Persia[2] |
| Serving temperature | Room temperature |
| Main ingredients | Starch, sugar |
| Variations | Multiple |
Traditionally they are served after a meal with Turkish coffee.[4] There are a variety different flavours of Turkish delights for example rose water, lemon and chocolate.
References
- Roufs, Timothy G.; Roufs, Kathleen Smyth (2014). Sweet Treats around the World: An Encyclopedia of Food and Culture. ABC-CLIO. pp. 343–346. ISBN 978-1-61069-220-5.
- Richardson, Tim (2003). Sweets, a History of Temptation, p. 51. Bantam Press, London. ISBN 055381446X.
- "Rose and pistachio Turkish delight recipe".
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