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Kazandibi

Cultural Context

Kazandibi, a traditional Turkish dessert, hails from the Ottoman culinary heritage and is often enjoyed during festive occasions. Its name translates to 'bottom of the pot,' referring to the caramelized layer that forms on the bottom during cooking. This delightful pudding is cherished for its creamy texture and sweet, caramel flavor, making it a beloved treat in Turkish households and beyond.

TurkishTRdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2.5 liters milk
0.5 liters milk
rice flour
cornstarch
3 cups granulated sugar
margarine
vanilla powder
granulated sugar for caramelizing
Pozantı pistachios
cinnamon

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot powder is lower in calories and suitable for gluten-free diets.

rice flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour provides a nutty flavor while being gluten-free.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness and a distinct taste.

1

Add 2.5 liters of milk to a pot.

2

In a separate bowl, add 0.5 liters of milk, rice flour, and cornstarch.

3

Heat the 2.5 liters of milk on medium heat until boiling, stirring occasionally.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of margarine to the boiling milk.

5

Add 3 cups of sugar to the boiling milk, adjusting to taste for sweetness.

6

Stir to dissolve the sugar, then add the starch mixture from the separate bowl.

7

Stir until it boils, then remove from heat.

8

In an aluminum tray, sprinkle granulated sugar to cover the bottom.

9

Caramelize the sugar on the tray over heat for 3-5 minutes until it turns milky brown.

10

Pour the pudding mixture over the caramelized sugar in the tray.

11

Return the tray to heat and cook for another 3-5 minutes, smoothing the top with a spatula.

12

Let the dessert cool for 4 hours before slicing.

13

Cut the edges with a knife and divide into 20 pieces or smaller if desired.

14

Remove the dessert from the tray using a wet spatula.

15

Decorate with Pozantı pistachios and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Cooking Techniques

mixingthickeningcaramelizing

Equipment Needed

potbowlwhiskaluminum trayspatulastove

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Turkish caramel puddingKazandibi dessert

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