Mastic Turkish Dellokum

Mastic (Pistachio) Turkish Delight, known as 'Dellokum' or 'Lokum', is a fragrant, chewy confection from Turkey. Its key ingredients are sugar, cornstarch, and the distinctive, pine-like flavor of mastic resin, generously studded with whole pistachios.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-carbohydrate, sugary treat with minimal protein or fat, aside from the healthy fats from the pistachios. A typical 100g serving provides roughly 300-350 calories, offering a quick energy boost but little else nutritionally.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	15 mg
Potassium	80 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Phosphorus	20 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Copper	0.1 mg
Manganese	0.2 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Zinc	0.3 mg

Per 1 piece (approx. 30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The use of mastic, a resin from the mastic tree, gives it a unique, slightly floral and piney aroma that is prized in the Mediterranean. Nutritionally, the pistachios add a welcome dose of antioxidants and healthy fats to an otherwise simple sugar confection.