Turkish Delight with Pistachios

Turkish Delight with Pistachios recipe videos

Turkish Delight with Pistachios, known locally as 'Fıstıklı Lokum,' is a beloved confection from Turkey. It consists of a soft, chewy gel made from starch and sugar, generously studded with high-quality pistachios and often flavored with rosewater or lemon. This treat is a staple of Turkish hospitality and a popular sweet enjoyed across the Middle East and beyond.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-carbohydrate confection, primarily from sugar and starch, with a moderate amount of healthy fats from the pistachios. A typical 100g serving provides a quick energy boost with around 320-350 calories, along with some dietary fiber and antioxidants from the nuts.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	90 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	19 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	16 g
Sodium	10 mg
Potassium	30 mg
Iron	0.3 mg
Magnesium	5 mg
Phosphorus	10 mg
Zinc	0.2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.01 mg
Folate	2 mcg
Manganese	0.1 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, offering lokum is a deep-seated gesture of welcome and friendship in Turkey, often served alongside strong Turkish coffee. Nutritionally, the pistachios add a welcome dose of protein, healthy fats, and minerals, making it a more balanced sweet compared to pure sugar candies.