IRMIK HELVASI (TURKISH SEMOLINA HALVA)
Irmik Helvasi (semolina halva) is a traditional Turkish recipe for a classic dessert of halva made from semolina flour. Serve with cinnamon sprinkled on top if desired. This dish can be served warm or cold.
Provided by Cagla Darveaux
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Middle Eastern Turkish
Time 55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine water and sugar in a saucepan. Bring syrup to a boil.
- Melt butter in a separate saucepan over medium-low heat, about 5 minutes. Add semolina and pine nuts. Cook, stirring continuously, until golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Pour syrup carefully over the semolina mixture. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until nicely thickened, about 5 minutes. Let rest for 15 minutes. Divide halva over several small dishes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.8 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 81.3 mg, Fat 33.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 19.9 g, Sodium 221.1 mg, Sugar 50.2 g
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Fidelia Yeboah
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover semolina.
Terry Wilson
[email protected]This irmik helvasi is the best I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.
Umair Alishah
[email protected]I made this irmik helvasi for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Md Rakin
[email protected]This irmik helvasi is a keeper! It's now my go-to recipe for this classic dessert.
aurora corum
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. So happy with the results!
Nhlakanipho Ntethelelo
[email protected]Delicious!
Scanlon Rush
[email protected]This irmik helvasi was easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
Sanjay Ac
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of irmik helvasi, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so good!
Barlington Kimani
[email protected]This irmik helvasi was delicious! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
Wahid Syed
[email protected]I've tried many irmik helvasi recipes, but this one is by far the best. The instructions were easy to follow and the results were amazing. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Edith onaro
[email protected]This irmik helvasi was a delight! It had the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, and the texture was incredibly smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.