Turkish Delight???

Question

Ok ,this is a rly random, rtarded question: where can I buy good Turkish Delight?? For those of u who don't know what it is, click here:

http://www.tulumba.com/mmTULUMBA/Images/turkish_delight_250.jpg

(or search turkish delight on google =)

its basically a confection that has a soft texture made of jelly and is coated with sugar. not the most healthy of foods but it has the most amazing taste, even though it sounds kind of strange

thanks!! =D

and please, no smart@$$ answers like "go get it in turkey...hahahahhahaha"

bst answer will be rewarded. 10 pts!!

Answer 1

Wow, don't hear too many requests for this one ;) !

I used to make these at the Hyatt, they are awesome!

On another note, here are some links to where you can order it :)

http://www.turkish-delight.com/

http://www.eturkuaz.com/ (this is a company based in Boston

http://www.turkishtaste.com/

Here is a recipe in case you want it:

2 c Sugar

2 tb Cornstarch

1 c Water

1/2 ts Cream of tartar

1 tb Flavoring *

Food coloring **

1/2 c Toasted nuts, chopped ***

Confectioners' sugar

* Flavorings: rose, mastic, strawberry, orange or

lemon. ** Food coloring: red, yellow, green or orange

(depending on flavoring used) *** Nuts: almonds or

pistachios (We used pistachios & rosewater)

Dissolve sugar and cornstarch in water. Add cream of

tartar. Boil to 220 degrees F. Cover pot the last 5

minutes. Add flavor and food color. Add nuts.

Pour into oiled shallow pan. When cool, cut into

squares and roll each piece in sifted powdered sugar.

Store in plastic bag.

Answer 2

To find a good Turkish delight go to an arab or middele eastern market. Ask them for a Turkish brand like Hazer Baba.

Enjoy!