halva

Tahini based pudding in the Balkan style with pistachios

Halwa (or Halawa, Halveh, Helva, Halwah, Halva, Helava, Hailwa, Halwa, Aluva, Chalava, Chalwa) refers to a variety of dense, sweet sweets, which is spread throughout the Middle East, South Asia, Central Asia , West Asian, North Africa, Horn of Africa, Balkan, Eastern Europe, Malta and the Jewish world.

The word Halwa (from Arabic Halwa حلوى) is used for describing two types of sweets:

Halwa can also be based on many other ingredients, which include sunflower seeds, various nuts, legumes, lentils, vegetation like carrots, pumpkins, yams and squash.

Etymology

The word pudding came from the Jewish puddle between 1840-50 in the English language. The latter word came from Romanian, where he came from Helva of Turkey, which was eventually derived from Arabic al Halwa, which means sweet sweets. Arabic root حلوى halva means "sweet". type

Most types of halwa are relatively dense sweet, which are sweetened with sugar or honey. But their texture is different. For example, semolina based pudding is gelatinee and translucent, while sesame based pudding is dry and more friable. Flour-based

This type is made by frying the flour like frying the semolina in oil and making it with the sugar syrup and then cook it with sugar syrup. It is popular in Iran, Turkey, Somalia, India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. semolina

This pudding is made and fed in various countries (its various versions are found in Albania, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Montenegro and Turkey) in India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Pakistan, It is usually made from wheat semolina, sugar or honey and butter or vegetable oil. In the hay of semolina, raisins, dates, other dried fruits or nuts such as almonds or walnuts are often mixed. The pudding is very sweet and gelatinine texture is similar to the corn khichdi; It gives more flavor after adding butter. The standard ratio of semolina pudding is 1: 2: 3: 4, i.e. 1 part fat (vegetable oil or butter, 2 parts semolina, 3 parts water, sweetening agent (such as sugar honey) and 4 parts water. Freshly roasted in fat, while the syrup is made of sweetener and water, then both are warm, they are carefully metabolized and any extra ingredients are also mixed in here. At this point, the pudding is light mud and very soft from the foggy white. and Cuisine based on the method and flavor, it is a little more can be cooked, which makes it deep and hard, or it can be left to settle as well. Turkey-based hells, semolina-based pudding

In India, although semolina halwa is essentially considered a "northern" dessert, it is also very popular in south India. A major South Indian form of Halva (or "Alawa", as it is called in Tamil) is found in Tirunelveli, a town in the state of Tamil Nadu. An almost identical semolina dish, which is widely enjoyed in whole of South India, is called Kesari or Kesari-bath.

In Pakistan and India, carrots (for halva of carrots), moong dal (for moong dal halva) or gourd (for the medicinal halwa) also used in place of semolina. When preparing with condensed milk and ghee, without a semolina to bind it, there is a moist floral texture in the form of the end result, when it is made fresh, it looks like some British pudding. corn flour

Corn flour pudding is very popular in Greece and it has many forms. Farasala recipe is the most famous. It is very sweet with roasted sugar such as sorbet. Rice flour

This rice flour and coconut milk pudding are common on the streets of Zanzibar. : Dodol Nut-butter-based Move into Russian pack

This type of pudding is made by grinding oily seeds, such as sesame seeds, made of paste and cooked in hot sugar syrup until it becomes hard. This type of Eastern Mediterranean and Balkan regions and other countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Romania, Serbia, Montenegro (тах'ан халв'а), Bulgaria, Russia, Greece and Cyprus (χαλβάς), Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Iran, Popular in Lebanon, Macedonia, Albania, Syria, Central Asia, South India, Caucasus region and Turkey. It is also popular in Algeria and Central Mediterranean on the island of Malta. Mole

Sesame halva is popular in the Balkan, Middle East and other areas around the Mediterranean. The primary ingredient in this dessert is sesame or paste (Tahini) and sugar, glucose or honey. Rita (extract in Arabic, al halveh; in Turkey, called çöven), white part of egg, or marshmalo root are added to certain disinfection methods to stabilize the oil in the mixture or to produce the specific texture of the resulting confection.

Other ingredients and flavors such as pistachio nuts, cocoa powder, orange juice, vanilla or chocolate are added to the base of Tahini and sugar. Sunflower Dessert of halva of Russian ..

Sunflower halva is popular in Eastern Europe countries like Armenia, Belarus, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova, Russia, Poland and Ukraine, it is made from sunflower seeds instead of sesame. other Floss Halwa

Pisamaniye (Turkey) or floss halva is a traditional sweet made in Kojiail, Turkey; light sack of halwa is flossed and light sweet made. Mainly made from wheat flour and sugar, the wires are constantly wrapped in the shape of a ball and then pressed. The result is pudding with light stability, similar to cotton candy. Floss halva is found in regular and pistachios, and its brands meet Halal and Kosher certification.

A pistachio-based form similar to Floss Halva is popular in North India. It is a bit thicker and it is often called "Patisa" or Sohan Papdi. In Chinese food flavored candies similar to pisamani or pashmak halva, called dragon beer candy, are eaten as breakfast or sweets. Cultural use

Halva is the most common modern English spelling and transliteration from most of the Balkan languages. Other transliteration include: Helva (Maltese), Halva (Hebrew), Halwa or Halvi (Arabic), Helva (Turkish), Halva (Hindustani).

Hebrew derivative spelling, Halva (Hebrew: חלבה), is sometimes used specifically for kosher variety.

Arabic word halawa (حلاوة) in Arabic means 'sweetness' while the word halwa (حلوى) means sweet or candy. The word Halva comes from the Arabic word Halwa, the original word is Hilwa, which means sweets. Albania

Halva, a halwa in Albanian, is usually eaten as a dessert-based food, i.e. with no snack or former hunger. The majority of halva in Albania is of the flour flakes, although the semolina halwa made at home and sesame pudding made in the market are also eaten. Wheat flour is usually used, though corn flour pudding is also common. Argentina

Halva is available in Argentina, especially from Syrian-Lebanese or Armenian-based sweet-seller In the 1940s, a Greek immigrant family firm, Rio Segundo's Jizzlos presented the alternative of halva made of peanut-butter, Montecoll. It became a popular product; In 1990 this brand was sold to global firm Cadbury Squaders, which changed the method of making it. Jaglos now manufactures the original product under the name of the Newcam. Both versions are available in candy stores and supermarkets. Bahrain

In Bahrain, the form of the most popular pudding is the halwa showtake, which is known as halwa Bahraini in neighboring countries. Bosnia

Halva is widely used in Bosnia and is available in different forms and flavors. Bangladesh Classification of Bangladeshi halwa (from left): Papaya, carrot and semolina (bottom): gram.

A large number of types of halwa are made in Bengali speaking areas of Bangladesh and neighboring Kolkata: Haluya. Some of the most common types of halwa include suji (suji halua shojaar halua), carrot (Haluja gajarerer halua of the garrison), chana (hutua butera halua), flour (halua nationa halua), almond (halua badamer halua of almond) and papaya (Papua's Halua pepper halua). Haldua is usually eaten as a nutritious dessert; Traditional bread, such as whole (puri puri) or paratha (para-pôroṭa), is not unusual for the people of Bangladesh, with halwa for the people. Bulgaria

The term halwa (халва) in Bulgaria is used for many varieties of sweets. Tahini Halwa (тахан халва) is the most popular and can be found in all food shops. Two different types of Tahini halva are made- Tahini with the use of sunflower seeds and Tahini with the second sesame seed. Traditionally, Yablanitsa and Haskovo regions are famous for their halva. Sugium halva (грис халва) is made at home and can only be found in some pastry shops. A third type is white pudding (бяла халва), which is made from sugar. The white pudding is popular on the last Sunday before Roses (Sirni Zagowzi; Сирни заговезни), when a piece of white halwa is tied on a lanyard. All children stand on a party stand in one circle, holding a moving piece of halva with their mouth. In Bulgaria, almost all types of halva are flavors of the King Henry (чувен) sentiment. Croatia

Halva is a dessert eaten in Croatia. This feature is not uncommon in the regions of Slovenia, Corden, Leka and Baranja, and once the regions exposed to the Ottoman Empire. Halva is especially popular in "kirvaj" or local church fairs in Slovenia. Egypt

In Egypt, the name is Halawa or Tahiniya Halawa (حلاوة طحينية, [ħælæːwæ tˤeħenejːɑ]). There are many varieties like plain block and fibrous halawa which is called halawa hair. (حلاوة شعر, [ħælæːwæ ʃɑʕɾ]). Other varieties with pine nuts, pistachios and almonds are pre-packaged in large blocks or consumer sizes, and more recently are the energy bars (shaped like chocolate bar). Halawa is a very popular sweets, many of whom enjoy the Egyptians. It is eaten in snacks and dinner and is enjoyed with hot bread, sandwich and sometimes Arabic Arabic equivalent (قشطة, asha [eʃtˤɑ] in Egyptian Arabic). This is a staple food that is enjoyed all over the country, because it does not require special storage conditions and can be kept at ambient temperature without the danger of spoilage.

Macedonia Macedonia, halwa is a sweet that comes in two varieties. Halva (sesame or sunflower) made from Tahini is used in the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. The most popular is the Negotino Halwa. Suji pudding (алва од гриз) is made only at home. Izmirská Halva (Измирска алва) is a chocolate-type pudding made of flour, cocoa, sugar and peanuts. This pudding is also made at home. Greece and Cyprus

In both Greece and Cyprus, the word halva (χαλβάς) is used for both types of sweets. Mole halva was made in ancient Greek culture. The standard material for semolina halva is called "1: 2: 3: 4", one unit of oil, two semolina, three sugar and four water. India Some mixed Indian puddings including semolina pudding, gram halva and carrot halwa

Many halva types are identified on the basis of the area and the materials used in it. Most famous movements include the semolina halva (semolina halva), flour halwa (wheat halva), moong dal halva (moong halva), carrot halva (carrot halva), dudhi halwa, chana dal halwa (chickpea halva) and satyanarayan Halva (the form of semolina halva, mixed with so much banana in it), Cashew halva (cashew halva).

Tirunelveli, a city in the state of Tamil Nadu is called Halwa City.

In the province of Kerala, Halwa is called 'Aluva'. Kozhikode city in Kerala is very famous for the unique attractive halva, which is called Kozhikodan halva. It is found in various flavors, such as ghee, coconut, cashew, dates, raw coconut, pineapple, green paste, etc. Kozhikodan pudding is mostly made from flour (highly refined wheat). Although made of rice, 'Karutha Aluva' (black halwa), is also very popular.

'Kashi Halwa' made from Kashif (Petha, Pumpkin) is a famous and traditional sweet of Karnataka, which is regularly seen in traditional Brahmin marriages. Iran

Halwa in Iran is usually made of wheat flour and butter and a related dessert containing the aroma of Gulabajal is called. The final product color is dark brown. A thin layer of halwa is spread in a plate until it becomes dry and converted into paste. Halva is usually served on funerals and such ceremonies, often by putting almonds or coconut sheets on it.

In the Caspian region of Gillan, one of its forms is called real halva (literally honey halva). This is different from other types of halva prepared in Iran, because it is based on rice flour instead of semolina and instead of sugar, it is sweetened with honey.

Tahini based halva in Iran is called helvarda, it may or may not include whole puppy.

Apart from this, the lentil (Ardè) is usually called sesame ready paste, which is sweetened in syrup. Israel HALA's display in the Mahay Yehuda Bazaar in Jerusalem

Tahini Halwa (חלוה) with heavy sesame flavor is very popular in Israel and is very popular among people with a Jewish background spread all over the world. In English it is spelled "halvah", usually found in straps or in small packages and it is found in a wide variety of flavors, chocolate and vanilla are very common. Halva is almost always Parvee, which means that it does not contain meat and milk or dairy products, therefore, according to the rules of cash, it can be eaten with milk and meat or later. In the Israeli hamlet, there will usually be no wheat flour or semolina but it will include til Tahini, glucose, sugar, vanilla and saponaria root, which is not always found in other methods. Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Jordan and the Palestinian Territory

In the Levant region - which includes Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Jordan and Palestinian Territories, Halawa Arabi: حلاوة) is usually sesame or tahini-based form, which can be made in many flavors and Which may include pistachios, almonds or chocolate. A large quantity of halawa is exported from Lebanon all over the world. Libya and Tunisia

In Libya and Tunisia, it is called حلوى شامية halva shamia or only shamia which means livestine sweets, while the word halawa is never used. Lithuania

In Lithuania it is called chalawa. It is widely used as a snack and is sold in packing of small pieces (70-150 grams). Malta

In Malta, the word helwa tet-torque (English: Turk's sweet) is used for Tahini-based block dessert; sometimes pistachios and almonds are also added to it. It is a part of Maltese food and is a common sweet snack on the island, especially after wedding ceremonies and on festivals. Myanmar

In Myanmar, it is called Halwa and it is connected with the port city of Pethane in the Iyavady region. Burmese halva usually has poppy seeds and it is brown in color. This is a very popular gift item among the people. Pakistan

Halwa in Pakistan is very similar to India. In Pakistan, there are many varieties of halva variety of sweets. Urdu: حلوہ is identified according to the area and the material from which it is made. The most common is that which is made from semolina, ghee and sugar and is decorated with fruits. Carrot halwa (also known as carrot halva) is also popular, as is the halva ("چنی کی دال".) Also made from gourd and gram dal. Karachi pudding is a special sweet dish of Karachi, Sindh. In Urdu, the word حلوہ pudding means sweet while the pastry maker is called 'حلواى confectioner'. "Sohan Halwa" from the southern part of Punjab province is also very famous in the country. Romania and Moldova

In Moldova and Romania, the word halwa is based on sunflowers (in the Republic of Moldova, it is called "halva de răsărită"), in Romania it is known as sunflower halva ("halva de floarea soarelui") ). The block is made for sweets, sometimes including pistachios, almonds or chocolates. Serbia

Halva is called Alva in Serbian language. This is common for the whole area. Alva is a common sweet dish in local church fairs around Serbia. Slovenia

Halva is called Helava in Slovenian. Helva is a sweet to be consumed in Slovenia. It is widely used and it became popular since there was contact with the Ottoman Empire of Slovenia. Slovenian mostly eat it in the morning or afternoon with Turkish coffee. Somalia The Somali version of Halvo, Halva is a staple of Somali dishes.

In Somalia, Halwa is known as Halvo. Head of Somali recipes, this is a popular dessert which is served on special occasions like Eid or Wedding Ceremony. Halo is made with sugar, corn flour, cardamom powder, nutmeg powder and ghee. Sometimes peanuts are also added to enhance flavor and texture. Sri Lanka

Halva is called Aluva (Sinhalese language) in Sri Lanka. Aluva is a common sweet that is specially made for the traditional New Year festival (Sinhalese and Hindu Aluth Blockade) in April. It is often made from rice flour with either sugar (sini aluva) or jag (pani aluva). Cashew nuts are added for additional flavor. Tajikistan

Soft sesame halva is made from sugar syrup, egg white part and sesame seeds. Solid sesame halva is made of sugar syrup drawn, it is repeatedly drawn sugar syrup to give white color, the prepared sesame seeds are mixed in hot sugar and stored in a large tray. In Tajikistan, as well as in Uzbekistan, its local name is "Loves" (Лавз). Helva on Turkey at an Istiklal Cadesi store. Turkish

To describe the tarpaulin (grated sesame) by the Turks, use of the word "halwa", talah halva, flour halva and semolina halva, respectively "Tahal helvasi", "un helvasi" and "emeric helvasi" is done. Halva made of almond or walnut is called hot halva (yes helvasi). The semolina halva (decorated with pine nuts) is important in the cultural folk religion of Turkey and it is very common. Traditionally, on the death of a person, flour pudding and hells are made and served. Apart from this, some sweets and desserts are also called halwa, such as pamuk halva or kos halva after eating as a sweet sweets which is widespread in Turkey. Kos Helva is also called leaf halva in Safranbolu. Ukraine

Halva (халва) is used in Ukraine as a traditional dish. Sometimes Ukrainian children are given the kind of candy. Cultural

In Afghanistan, Turkey and Iran, after the burial ceremony, on the seventh and forties day after the death of Muslims and on the first anniversary, semolina and flour pudding are cooked and introduced to the neighbors and visitors by relatives of the deceased. goes. For this reason, flour (un) helva is also called "Oulu helvasi", which means "the dead pudding". The statement of "roasting someone's pudding" suggests that the person referred to died sometime ago.

A Greek proverb is an egg pudding! ("Άντε ρε χαλβά!" - can be translated as "go away, halva"), which is used when the speaker wants to offend someone, usually a man, bewilder and bullying, Another proverb, from the time of the Ottoman rule, states that "Ρωμαίικος καβγάς, τούρκικος χαλβάς" (broadly "the fight between the Greeks can be translated as Turkey's happiness").

In Egypt, it is considered as it is often portrayed in literature and media that pudding inside prisons is a prized possession, which is offered to the prisoners by visiting relatives. These cultural events have been exploited by local pudding makers in recent ad campaigns.

The phrase "ide / prodaje se kao halva" in Bosnia and Herzegovina (and to some extent Croatia, Slovenia (the Stearian part of the country) and Serbia) or "re ko 'alva" ("Halwa Ki ), Is the expression of colloquy, which means the sale of the product is very good, likewise the English expression "sells like hotcakes" and German expression "sells like hot breadroll" "(" Verk auft sich wie warme semmeln ").

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