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Harire Tatlısı
Easy 30 min~184 kcal 1/10
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Zerde
Served at celebrations, zerde colors sweet rice with saffron tones and keeps the texture loose rather than pudding-thick.
Easy⏱️ 3 hr 5 min📖 1 min readServes 8~162 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 30 min cook 145 min rest
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- Vegan
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 3 h 5 min- Prep10 min
- Resting/Marinating2 h 25 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Rice
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Turmeric
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Currants
- 5 cup(~1000 ml) Water
- 1 pinch Saffron
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Starch
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Pine nuts
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice and boil it in water for 10 minutes, until softened.
10 min10:00 - 2
Add the sugar, turmeric and saffron water, then stir.
- 3
Cook the zerde over low heat for 15 minutes, until it turns glossy.
15 min15:00 - 4
Dissolve the starch in a little water and add it to the pot so it does not clump.
- 5
Divide into bowls and chill for 2 hours.
2 hr120:00 - 6
Serve with currants and pine nuts.
💡 Tip: Leaving the rice grains slightly firm gives zerde distinct grains instead of a mushy texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve cold with currants sprinkled over the top.
Nutrition (per serving)
~162
kcal calories
2
g protein
37
g carbs
1
g fat
Protein 5%Carbs 90%Fat 5%
GI 72 · High GIGL 27 · High GL
23.3g
Sugar
0.7g
Fiber
7mg
Sodium
0.2g
Saturated fat
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.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
1/10Light satiety, you'll get hungry again soon
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 Zerde make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Zerde take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 30 minutes, including 145 minutes of passive resting; 185 minutes in total.Is Zerde difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Zerde have?
Approximately 162 kcal per serving. Protein: 2g, carbs: 37g, fat: 1g.Which allergens does Zerde contain?
This recipe contains Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Zerde need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Zerde filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 1/10; keeps you full only briefly, you may get hungry quickly. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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