Azerbaijani halva
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Halva is a delicious and very sweet Eastern treat. We are all used to thinking that sunflower seeds are needed to make it, but this recipe boldly breaks the stereotypes. Although it's not a new recipe, it's quite unusual for our country, and you rarely find this type of halva on store shelves. Therefore, it's worth treating your loved ones to this dessert made according to the recipe. The finished dessert can be served at the table.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
1. Sift the flour into a bowl, add a pinch of salt, gradually add ½ cup of water drop by drop, mix thoroughly, then pass through a sieve to obtain a smooth mixture. Leave the mixture overnight to dry well.
- 2
Step 2
2. Pour 1.5 cups of water into a saucepan, add sugar and a pinch of saffron, and simmer over low heat to make a syrup.
- 3
Step 3
3. Pour the melted butter into a frying pan and gradually add the previously mixed flour and water, stirring with a spoon until fully absorbed.
- 4
Step 4
4. Next, pour the previously prepared syrup into the pan with the melted butter and flour. Mix thoroughly to ensure there are no lumps.
- 5
Step 5
5. Pour the ready-made halva into a plate or distribute it into molds, leave it for a while to set and cool down.