Kahveli İrmik Helvası

Kahveli İrmik Helvası is a delightful Turkish dessert featuring semolina roasted to perfection, infused with aromatic coffee and sweetened with natural sweeteners. This vegan treat offers a rich, nutty flavor balanced with the bitterness of coffee, making it a unique indulgence.

Ingredients

• Semolina - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Water - 250 milliliters
• Instant coffee - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 2 tablespoons
• Chopped walnuts - 30 grams
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil and dissolve the instant coffee in it. Set aside.
2. In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the semolina and stir continuously until it becomes golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.
3. Once the semolina is roasted, carefully pour in the coffee water mixture while stirring to avoid lumps.
4. Add the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Continue to stir until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and fold in the chopped walnuts.
6. Spoon the helva into serving dishes and let it cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 30 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from semolina, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from coffee and walnuts, which may help reduce inflammation.

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