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Turkish Yogurt With Sauted Dried Fruits And Nuts Recipe

Experience the rich flavors of this beloved mid-Anatolian family dessert, perfect for Ramadan! Creamy yogurt is layered with a decadent mixture of sautéed walnuts, hazelnuts, dried mulberries, and other delightful nuts and dried fruits, all enhanced by a touch of French-inspired browned butter and fragrant spices. Musa Dagdeviren's recipe elevates this simple dessert to new heights while maintaining its heartwarming, home-style charm. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this unforgettable treat! (Grape molasses can be found at Middle Eastern markets.)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 343.8 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Turkish Yogurt With Sauted Dried Fruits And Nuts

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How to Make Turkish Yogurt With Sauted Dried Fruits And Nuts

  1. Spoon half of the yogurt (about 1 cup per serving) into 6 heatproof glasses.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  3. Add 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup dried mulberries, 1/4 cup raisins, 1/4 cup hazelnuts, 1/4 cup slivered almonds, and 2 tablespoons pine nuts. Sauté over moderately high heat, shaking the pan frequently, until the butter is sizzling and golden brown around the edges (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons tahini and 2 tablespoons grape molasses.
  5. Spoon the sautéed nut and fruit mixture evenly into the glasses over the yogurt.
  6. Top with the remaining yogurt.
  7. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  8. Stir in 1 tablespoon grape molasses and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  9. Drizzle the browned butter and molasses mixture over the yogurt.
  10. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios and serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

50g

Carbs

7g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Desserts Eggs Dairy Asian Middle Eastern Holiday Event Summer Turkish Dietary Gluten Free Seasonal Ramadan Egg Free Free Of Something Taste Mood Sweet Presentation Served Cold 4 Hours Or Less