Authentic Persian Halva Recipe | Sweet & Aromatic Dessert

rose water

💰Cheaper: orange blossom water

Orange blossom water provides a similar floral aroma.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric offers a vibrant color, though with a different flavor.

pistachios

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are a more affordable nut alternative.

almonds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Cashews are often less expensive than almonds.

Pour 1 cup of water into a pot.

Add 1 cup of sugar to the water and stir.

Add 0.5 teaspoons of saffron, 0.5 teaspoons of cardamom, and 0.25 cup of rose water to the sugar mixture.

Cook the mixture over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes until the sugar dissolves.

Strain the syrup to remove any solids.

In another pot, heat 1 cup of avocado oil over medium heat.

Add 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour to the oil and mix continuously for about 10 minutes until it turns light brown.

Gradually add the syrup to the flour mixture while stirring constantly.

Once mixed, transfer the halva to a plate and smooth the top with a spatula.

Decorate with slivered almonds, ground pistachios, and rose petals.

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