Halva: A Middle Eastern Sesame Candy
An Iranian halva candy features a rich blend of sugar, butter, flour, rosewater, and saffron.
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Instructions
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Start boiling sugar and water in a small saucepan for 1 minute.
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Remove from heat and stir in rosewater and saffron.
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In a separate medium saucepan, melt butter.
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Gradually add flour to the melted butter, cooking and stirring for 15-20 minutes until light golden and toasted.
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Reduce heat to low, then slowly incorporate the rosewater-saffron syrup, stirring until well blended, and remove from heat.
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Immediately pour the mixture into ramekins or onto a serving plate and make surface indentations.
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Cool for at least 30 minutes, then remove from ramekins or cut into pieces and serve.