How to Make Turkish Delight: A Step-by-Step Guide to Making This Sweet Confection at Home
Turkish delight, or lokum, is a classic confection that's been enjoyed for centuries. It's made with a combination of sugar, cornstarch, and flavorings such as rose water or lemon juice, and is traditionally served with coffee or tea. Making Turkish delight at home may seem like a daunting task, but with the right ingredients and techniques, it's actually quite simple. Here's our step-by-step guide to making Turkish delight at home.
Ingredients:
2 cups of sugar
2 cups of water
1 cup of cornstarch
1 tablespoon of lemon juice
1 tablespoon of rose water
Food coloring (optional)
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium-high heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes. It should thicken and become syrupy.
In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 cup of cold water until it dissolves completely.
Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the sugar syrup, stirring constantly. Keep stirring until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy.
Add the lemon juice and rose water, and stir until fully incorporated. Add a few drops of food coloring if desired.
Grease a baking dish with butter, then pour the Turkish delight mixture into the dish.
Let the mixture cool and set for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Once set, use a sharp knife to cut the Turkish delight into small squares. Dust each square with powdered sugar to prevent them from sticking together.
Store the Turkish delight in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
At our family bakery in New York City, we take pride in using natural and high-quality ingredients to make our Turkish delight. We also offer a wide range of flavors, including rose, lemon, pistachio, and coconut. Making Turkish delight at home is a fun and rewarding experience that's sure to impress your friends and family. Give it a try and enjoy the sweet taste of this classic candy!
