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Salep - Turkish Hot Milk Drink (Sahlab)
Salep (or Sahlab) is a delicious and comforting Turkish hot milk drink, making it the perfect winter warmer for cozying up on the sofa.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 59 kcal
Course:
Dessert , Drinks
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , Middle Eastern , Turkish
Ingredients
- 1 lt full fat milk (whole milk)
- 15 g salep powder
- 60 g caster or granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for the top)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, place the Salep powder and mix a small amount of cold milk with it until it forms a smooth paste to prevent clumps
- Slowly pour the rest of the cold milk into the Salep paste while stirring continuously. Ensure that the mixture becomes homogeneous.
- Once the Salep mixture is well mixed, add the sugar and continue stirring.
- Place the saucepan on low heat and gently heat the Salep mixture. Stir constantly to prevent sticking or burning.
- Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat, stirring continuously until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Pour the hot Salep drink into cups or mugs. Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for added flavor and decoration.
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Notes
- If possible, opt for authentic Salep powder from reliable sources. An authentic Salep recipe requires pure Salep powder, which gives the hot milk drink its creamy texture.
- When mixing the Salep powder with cold milk to create a paste, add the milk slowly while stirring. This helps achieve a smooth consistency and prevents lumps.
- Throughout the entire preparation process, be sure to stir continuously. This prevents the Salep mixture from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan and ensures a creamy texture.
- When heating the mixture, keep the heat low to avoid scorching or curdling. Patience is key; it may take some time for the mixture to thicken.
- The amount of sugar you use can be adjusted to your taste. Start with the recommended amount and add more if desired.
- Salep is best enjoyed hot, so serve it immediately after it reaches your desired thickness.
Nutrition Information
Calories
59kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
0.03g
(0%)
Fat
0.1g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.01g
(0%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.003g
Cholesterol
0.03mg
(0%)
Sodium
0.3mg
(0%)
Potassium
3mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
15g
(30%)
Vitamin A
2IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
0.02mg
(0%)
Calcium
5mg
(1%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 59
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 59kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.03g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.