Halkoom
חלקום
A sticky, chewy Syrian Jewish sweet made with sesame seeds and honey or sugar, prepared for celebrations and holidays. It resembles a brittle-meets-chew confection and is valued for its simple ingredients and long keeping quality.
Ingredients
- •2 cups sesame seeds
- •1 cup honey or sugar
- •2 tbsp water
- •1 tbsp lemon juice
- •1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, optional
- •Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
In a saucepan, combine the honey or sugar with water, lemon juice, and salt and cook until thick and bubbling.
- 3
Stir in the toasted sesame seeds and cinnamon if using.
- 4
Cook the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes more, stirring constantly, until glossy and cohesive.
- 5
Spread onto a parchment-lined tray or into a lightly oiled pan and press flat.
- 6
Let cool until just firm, then cut into small diamonds or squares.
- 7
Allow to cool completely before storing or serving.
Kosher notes
Naturally pareve when made with pure honey or sugar and no butter. Check sesame seeds carefully for quality and cleanliness.
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