04/09/2026
π¬ Rhubarb Turkish Delight π¬
π Ingredients:
πΎ 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
π 1 cup water
π 2 cups granulated sugar
π 1/2 cup cornstarch
π Juice of 1 lemon
π 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for coating
π Instructions:
π¬ Cook Rhubarb: In a saucepan, combine the rhubarb and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the rhubarb is soft. Remove from heat and strain the mixture, reserving the liquid. Discard the rhubarb pulp or save for another use. π
π₯ Make Sugar Syrup: In a clean saucepan, combine the sugar and 1 cup of the reserved rhubarb liquid. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved. π
π Cook Cornstarch Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little water to form a paste. Gradually add the paste to the sugar syrup, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes translucent. Add more cornstarch if needed. π
π Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the lemon juice and cook for another minute. π
π¬ Set in Pan: Pour the mixture into a greased square baking pan and smooth the top. Allow to cool and set at room temperature for several hours or overnight. π
π Cut into Pieces: Once set, turn the Turkish delight out onto a cutting board and cut into small squares or rectangles. π
π¬ Coat with Powdered Sugar: Toss the pieces in powdered sugar to coat. π¬
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes - 1 hour
Servings: 20 pieces
Calories: 100 per serving
Notes π‘:
β»οΈ Store the Turkish delight in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. π¬
β»οΈ You can add a few drops of rose water or orange blossom water to the mixture for a traditional Turkish delight flavor. πΉ