In part one of our most popular Turkish desserts series we focused on pudding and confectionery types. Now we will take a closer look at phyllo dough (the famous baklava varieties), semolina, and fruit desserts. As usual I'll explain how every dessert is made and highlight the main ingredients. I recommend you try at least a few during your stay. Semolina … [Read more...]
Most Popular Turkish Desserts & Their Ingredients – Part 1
Turkish cuisine is very rich in desserts. The diversity comes from the fact that Turkish cuisine is the successor of the Ottoman culture. Another factor is the geographic scene. The country spreads over a land of 783.562 km² with different regions and variations on vegetation within its borders and also the Mediterranean and Persian neighbors had their influence. Pudding … [Read more...]
What Is Baklava – and Where To Find the Best Baklava in Istanbul?
You must taste baklava during your stay in Istanbul. The recipe may sound too easy to be true: chopped nuts are spread in between the phyllo (yufka) layers, dressed with butter, baked and sweetened with syrup or honey. But the excellence depends on the quality of the flour, the thinness of the dough (phyllo) and the proportion of the syrup. The origin of Baklava Baklava … [Read more...]