Authentic Turkish Delight Recipe | How to Make Lokum at Home

rosewater

💰Cheaper: orange blossom water

Orange blossom water offers a similar floral flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

cornstarch

💰Cheaper: arrowroot powder

Arrowroot powder is a suitable thickening agent.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Seeds or dried fruit can provide texture without allergens.

Combine 200g sugar and 250 ml water in a saucepan over medium heat.

Stir until sugar dissolves completely, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until syrup thickens.

In a separate bowl, mix 70g flower starch with water to form a slurry.

Gradually add the flower starch mixture to the syrup, stirring continuously.

Cook until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan.

Remove from heat and stir in blueberry jelly powder and orange jelly powder.

Pour the mixture into a greased pan and spread evenly.

Let it cool at room temperature for several hours or overnight.

Cut into cubes and dust with additional flower starch to prevent sticking.

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Allergens