Sohan Konjedi (Persian Sesame Candy)
Sohan Konjedi (or sesame candy) is a traditional Persian sweet made from sesame seeds, honey, sugar, and flavored with saffron. It is one of the easiest Persian treats to make.
This crunchy delight has a rich, nutty flavor from the sesame seeds and is commonly enjoyed as a snack or during special occasions like Iranian New Year.
Yield: Serves 5
- 3 1/2 tablespoons thick honey
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 110 g sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon ground saffron
- 4 1/2 tablespoons oil
- 3 tablespoons boiling water
Dissolve ground saffron in 3 tablespoons of boiling water and set aside (click for How to Use Saffron).
Place sugar, honey and oil in a saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until sugar melts and turns golden, stirring occasionally (avoid too much stirring).
Add saffron and sesame seeds. Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking while stirring occasionally (do not let it darken too much).
Drop a small amount of the mixture on a greased aluminum foil or on a parchment paper. If it quickly solidifies, turn the heat to low.
Using a teaspoon, drop small portions of the mixture on the greased aluminum foil (or parchment paper), make sure to leave enough space between them.
Allow to cool. Then separate the candies from the aluminum foil using a knife.
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Do you have to use saffron? Is there a substitute for that spice?
Dear Chrystal, yes, you have to use saffron for this recipe :)
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