Enchanted Turkish Delight

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Ingredients

• 2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup water 1 1/4 cups cornstarch 3/4 cup orange blossom water 3/4 cup lemon juice 2 tsp rosewater 1 tsp ground cardamom 1 tsp ground cinnamon Pistachios, finely chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar is fully dissolved. Boil without stirring until the syrup reaches 260°F on a candy thermometer. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with orange blossom water to form a smooth paste.
3. Slowly add the cornstarch mixture into the sugar syrup while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Return the saucepan to low heat and cook for 5 7 minutes or until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, rosewater, cardamom, and cinnamon. Mix well.
5. Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish and let it cool at room temperature. Once it's cold enough to handle, cut into small squares or diamond shapes.
6. Sprinkle chopped pistachios over the top of each piece of delight, pressing gently so they stick.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to perfect Turkish delights lies in the precise balance of flavors and textures. The slight crunch of the outer layer gives way to a soft, chewy center that bursts with sweetness and spice.

Notes

Make sure to stir the mixture continuously to avoid lumps and to ensure an even consistency.