Türkiye
Baklava
Gaziantep, Türkiye
Layers of paper-thin phyllo dough filled with crushed pistachios, baked until golden, and soaked in sweet syrup or honey.
Cultural Significance
Gaziantep baklava holds UNESCO recognition. It's an essential dessert for celebrations, weddings, and religious holidays in Turkish culture.
Key Ingredients
Phyllo doughPistachiosButterSugar syrupRose water
Preparation Method
Dozens of phyllo layers are brushed with butter, filled with ground pistachios, cut into diamond shapes, baked until crispy, and soaked in cooled syrup.