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Nutritional Values

🔥180kcal
💪4gProtein
🌾35gCarbs
🥑7gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️100 gServing

* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.

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Spiced Grape Molasses with Tahini

How to order / say it
Say it Pekmez ve Tahin — [PEK-mez veh tah-HEEN]
Order I'd like the pekmez ve tahin, please.
Locally Pekmez ve tahin alabilir miyim lütfen?
Say locally

Rich, sweet grape molasses paired with savory tahini for dipping bread.

Why try it?

Pekmez ve tahin is a breakfast favorite in Antalya, celebrated for its nourishing and energizing properties. It embodies the region's deep-rooted connection to agricultural traditions and family meals.

How it tastes

The molasses' deep, sugary thickness merges with the nutty, slightly bitter tahini, creating a harmonious balance of rich and savory notes. Spread onto bread, it's a luscious experience.

Origin & History — first documented: 1920

With beginnings in the early 20th century, pekmez represents the Anatolian tradition of preserving seasonal fruits, while tahini adds a modern touch to enhance its versatility as a dip or spread.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🍯 100 ml grape molasses
  • 🥣 100 ml tahini
  • 🌾 200 g bread

Method

  1. 1 Pour grape molasses into a serving dish.
  2. 2 Swirl in the tahini, creating a marbled effect.
  3. 3 Serve with fresh bread for dipping.

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