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Hard 11 hr 15 min~360 kcal 3/10
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Zile Pekmezi
A pale, thick grape molasses from Tokat Zile, slowly reduced and aerated until glossy and spoonable.
Hard⏱️ 6 hr 30 min📖 1 min readServes 12~180 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 360 min cook
- Vegan
- #Winter
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Timeline
Total 6 h 30 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking6 h
Ingredients
12 servings
Quick:
Pekmez için
- 3 litre Grape juice
Kestirme için
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Molasses clay
For serving
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Tahini
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Walnut kernels
- 6 dilim Bread
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the grape juice with the molasses clay and let it stand for 20 minutes so the sediment settles.
20 min20:00 - 2
Strain the clear must from the top through a fine sieve into a copper or heavy-bottomed pot.
- 3
Thicken the must over low heat for 3 hours, skimming foam from the surface.
3 hr180:00 - 4
Once thick, stir with a wooden spoon in a lifting motion for 2 hours, until the color lightens and turns glossy.
2 hr120:00 - 5
Let the molasses cool for 20 minutes before transferring it to jars.
20 min20:00 - 6
Serve with tahini, walnuts, and toasted bread.
💡 Tip: Thicken the grape must over low heat, not a fierce flame; rapid boiling gives molasses a burnt and astringent taste.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve Zile molasses with tahini, walnuts, and optional toasted bread for breakfast or by the dessert spoon.
Nutrition (per serving)
~180
kcal calories
1
g protein
44
g carbs
0
g fat
Protein 2%Carbs 98%Fat 0%
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
- Gluten
- Sesame
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 Zile Pekmezi make?
This recipe serves 12.How long does Zile Pekmezi take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 360 minutes; 390 minutes in total.Is Zile Pekmezi difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Zile Pekmezi have?
Approximately 180 kcal per serving. Protein: 1g, carbs: 44g, fat: 0g.Which allergens does Zile Pekmezi contain?
This recipe contains Tree nuts, Gluten, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Zile Pekmezi need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.
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