Loukoumi

Name: Loukoumi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 16 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 3 cups granulated sugar; 1.5 cups water; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 cup cornstarch; 1/2 tsp cream of tartar; 2 cups water; 1 tbsp rose water; 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted

Delicate and chewy confection scented with floral rose water and lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

65 minMediumServes 1690 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups granulated sugar
1.5 cups water
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp cream of tartar
2 cups water
1 tbsp rose water
1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted

Instructions

1

Combine 3 cups granulated sugar, 1.5 cups water, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a saucepan, bringing to a boil until reaching 240 degrees F.
2

In a second saucepan, whisk 1 cup cornstarch, 1/2 tsp cream of tartar, and 2 cups water over medium heat until a thick gel forms.
3

Slowly pour the hot syrup into the cornstarch gel while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
4

Simmer on low heat for 45 minutes, stirring frequently, until pale amber and gelatinous.
5

Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp rose water.
6

Pour into a parchment-lined dish, cool for 4 hours, cut into cubes, and dust with 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar.

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Questions

What is Loukoumi?

Delicate and chewy confection scented with floral rose water and lightly dusted with powdered sugar. This reference files it under Greek dessert: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 65 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Loukoumi?

As written, 65 minutes: 15 of prep and 50 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (4 hours): "Pour into a parchment-lined dish, cool for 4 hours, cut into cubes, and dust with 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar." That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is there a substitute for cream of tartar in Loukoumi?

The entry for Loukoumi calls for 1/2 tsp cream of tartar. In its place: Twice the volume of lemon juice or white vinegar does the same job for egg whites.

How many calories are in Loukoumi?

One serving (the recipe makes 16) is about 90 calories, with 0 g protein, 23 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 5 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Loukoumi keep?

Keep Loukoumi covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

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