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Lokma Tatlısı
Medium 2 hr 12 min~340 kcal 2/10
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Sakiz Kabagi Halva
A regional Turkish halva of shredded squash slowly cooked with sugar, almonds, and lemon until glossy and spoonable.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 20 min📖 1 min readServes 8~260 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 55 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 20 min- Prep25 min
- Cooking55 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For serving
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Cinnamon
- 1.2 kg Summer squash
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Water
- 0.8 cup(~160 ml) Almonds
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Lemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
Peel the squash, remove the seeds, grate it coarsely, and gently squeeze out excess liquid.
- 2
Boil the sugar and water in a pot for 8 minutes to make a pale syrup.
8 min08:00 - 3
Add the grated squash and cook over low heat for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
35 min35:00 - 4
Toast the almonds in a separate pan for 4 minutes, then add them to the halva once fragrant.
4 min04:00 - 5
Add the lemon juice and cook for 8 more minutes, until the halva is glossy and falls slowly from the spoon.
8 min08:00 - 6
Rest the halva for 10 minutes, sprinkle with cinnamon, and transfer to a serving plate.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: If the squash stays too watery, the halva turns stretchy; a quick squeeze after grating helps the texture set.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve summer squash halva warm or at room temperature, topped with toasted almonds.
Nutrition (per serving)
~260
kcal calories
4
g protein
48
g carbs
7
g fat
Protein 6%Carbs 71%Fat 23%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Tree nuts
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Sakiz Kabagi Halva make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Sakiz Kabagi Halva take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 55 minutes; 80 minutes in total.Is Sakiz Kabagi Halva difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Sakiz Kabagi Halva have?
Approximately 260 kcal per serving. Protein: 4g, carbs: 48g, fat: 7g.Which allergens does Sakiz Kabagi Halva contain?
This recipe contains Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Sakiz Kabagi Halva need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.
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