Best Halva Iranian Dessert Recipes

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HALVA (IRANIAN DESSERT)



Halva (Iranian Dessert) image

This is almost the Iranian version of flan, but better. This tasty dessert is made with saffron, almonds, and pistachios. A must-try. This can also pe poured into a decorative mold before it has cooled.

Provided by Noahsmommy

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 26m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 cup white sugar
½ cup rose water
½ teaspoon saffron
1 tablespoon crushed pistachios
1 tablespoon crushed almonds

Steps:

  • Heat 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring frequently, until golden and thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool briefly.
  • Combine water and sugar in a separate saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil. Stir in rose water and saffron. Add the flour mixture. Cook and stir until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes at most. Serve halva with crushed pistachios and almonds sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 4.7 mg, Sugar 20.1 g

PERSIAN HALVA



Persian Halva image

Halva is a favorite dessert throughout the Middle East. Many varieties are made with tahini or semolina flour. This Persian version uses a simple mixture of flour, butter, and sugar with the sweet perfume of rosewater. Cut into wedges and serve with tea or coffee.

Provided by marybakes

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup white sugar
½ cup water
¼ cup rose water
3 saffron threads
1 cup unsalted butter
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Bring sugar and water to a boil in a saucepan; cook, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Stir rose water and saffron into the sugar mixture; cover saucepan and remove from heat.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat; stir flour into the melted butter until mixture is a smooth paste. Continue to cook, stirring often, until paste turns golden, about 5 to 10 more minutes.
  • Slowly whisk sugar mixture into paste until smooth. Remove saucepan from heat and spread halva evenly onto a plate or platter. Make a pattern on the top of halva using the back of a spoon or a knife. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 4 mg, Sugar 25.1 g

PERSIAN HALVA



Persian Halva image

Make and share this Persian Halva recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littlemafia

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

250 g wheat flour
200 g sugar
200 g cooking oil
1/2 teaspoon saffron
1/2 cup rose water
pistachios
sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a frying pan .
  • Add flour, reduce heat and stir frequently until becomes golden.
  • In another pot,add the sugar to one glass of water and bring to a boil.
  • Add saffron and rosewater and stir.
  • Let flour cool slightly, then add the mix and stir well. If the mix is not thick, heat for 1-2 minutes but not longer.
  • Serve with pistachio and almond sprinkled on top.

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