Sesame Halva

Name: Sesame Halva
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 1.5 cups tahini, warmed; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/3 cup water; 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, strained; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, chopped

A traditional dense confection made from rich tahini and hot sugar syrup studded with crunchy pistachios.

30 minMediumServes 8260 cal/serving

TurkishDessertStovetopVeganVegetarianMediterraneanGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

Ingredients

1.5 cups tahini, warmed
1 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup water
1 tsp fresh lemon juice, strained
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup shelled pistachios, chopped

Instructions

1

Line an 8x4 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/3 cup water, and 1 tsp strained fresh lemon juice over medium heat.
3

Heat until sugar dissolves and syrup reaches 240 degrees F on a candy thermometer.
4

Remove syrup from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
5

Gently fold 1.5 cups warmed tahini and 1/4 cup chopped shelled pistachios into the syrup using a spatula until a thick dough forms.
6

Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and let cool completely for 3 hours until firm.

Questions

How long does Sesame Halva keep?

Keep it covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days.

Can I halve or double Sesame Halva?

Yes. As written it serves 8. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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