World Flavors Cookbook

Gaz (Nougat)

Soft, chewy Iranian nougat made with rosewater, honey, egg whites, and pistachios - a beloved confection that crumbles delightfully with each bite.

Cuisine: Iran

Ingredients

• 1 cup honey
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 egg whites
• 1/2 cup pistachios, roughly chopped
• 1 tbsp rosewater
• 1/4 tsp cardamom
• Parchment paper

Instructions

1. Heat honey and sugar in a pan until it reaches 150°C (hard ball stage).
2. Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form.
3. Slowly pour the hot honey into the egg whites while beating.
4. Continue beating until the mixture cools and becomes thick.
5. Fold in pistachios, rosewater, and cardamom.
6. Press into a parchment-lined pan.
7. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.