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Ekmek kadayıfı

🇹🇷 A dish from Turkey

Ekmek kadayıfı, a dish from Turkey
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Ekmek kadayıfı is a specialty dessert of Turkish cuisine but it is also known in many regions that were historically part of the Ottoman Empire. The Turkish name of the dessert literally translates as "Kadayıf made of ekmek " giving clues on its preparation.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsdried bread, sugar syrup, clotted cream, water
🔥Cooking methodbaked or dried bread soaked in sugar syrup, then topped
👅Flavour & stylevery sweet, syrupy, rich
🕒When it’s eatendessert, festive

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Ekmek kadayıfı come from?
Ekmek kadayıfı is a dish that originated in Turkey.
What is Ekmek kadayıfı?
Ekmek kadayıfı is a specialty dessert of Turkish cuisine but it is also known in many regions that were historically part of the Ottoman Empire. The Turkish name of the dessert literally translates as "Kadayıf made of ekmek " giving clues on its preparation.