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Turkish Delight with Pistachios Recipe

Turkish · Dessert · 60 min total

A classic confection with a soft, chewy texture and fragrant rose flavor, studded with crunchy pistachios. This homemade version is simpler than you'd think.

Ingredients

• 4 cups granulated sugar
• 1 1/4 cups cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 4 cups water
• 1 tablespoon rose water
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, whisk together sugar, 1 cup cornstarch, cream of tartar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, for about 40 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns a pale golden color.
3. Remove from heat and stir in rose water and lemon juice. Fold in pistachios.
4. Pour the mixture into a 9x9-inch pan lined with parchment paper and lightly oiled. Smooth the top. Let cool completely at room temperature, at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. In a small bowl, mix remaining 1/4 cup cornstarch and confectioners' sugar. Dust a cutting board with some of the mixture. Turn out the set Turkish delight onto the board. Cut into 1-inch squares using a knife dusted with the mixture.
6. Toss the pieces in the remaining cornstarch-sugar mixture to coat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Tips

• For best texture, allow the Turkish delight to set overnight.
• Store between layers of parchment paper to prevent sticking.
• Can be flavored with orange blossom water or lemon instead of rose.

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