Lokum (Turkish Delight)

1. 1

   Combine the ingredients in a sauce pan and heat over medium heat.

2. 2

   Once it starts to bubble, reduce the heat.

3. 3

   In a separate sauce pan, combine the ingredients, thoroughly dissolve the cornstarch, and heat over medium heat.

4. 4

   While heating, use a whisk to combine evenly.

5. 5

   While whisking over heat, the mixture will stiffen into a paste as shown; when it does, remove from heat.

6. 6

   Gradually mix in the liquid from Step 1 to the saucepan from Step 3.

7. 7

   Thoroughly mix over low-medium heat.

8. 8

   Until it thickens, it will tend to lump, so mix well.

9. 9

   Once the mixture turns yellowish and becomes pasty, add the nuts and rose water, and combine until even.

10. 10

    Nuts are optional.

11. 11

    If adding color, this is the time.

12. 12

    Grease a tray with olive oil, then pour into the tray.

13. 13

    You can also pour them into baking molds, such as silicon molds.

14. 14

    Chill well.

15. 15

    Once they cool and set, remove from the mold, then cut into cubes and dust with powdered sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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