Halva Varieties and Halva Machines: Easy Production with AGRIPROF Machinery
Halva is a famous dessert in Turkey and especially in many Middle Eastern countries. The word "halva," which means "beautiful" or "sweet" in Arabic, has a long history, and there are many varieties of halva today. In the past, there were only two types of halva in the Ottoman Empire—flour halva and semolina halva. However, with the development of trade and the easy availability of various ingredients, many different types of halva have emerged over time. Chocolate halva, walnut halva, pistachio halva, and milk-based flour halva are just a few examples.
The basic ingredients to make halva are flour or semolina, butter, and sugar. However, different ingredients are added to create distinct flavors, leading to various types of halva. Here are some popular halva varieties and their recipes:
Summer halva is quite similar to tahini halva but differs in a few ways. Summer halva does not contain soapwort and instead uses cocoa and plenty of walnuts. It is lighter than tahini halva due to a lower amount of sugar and tahini, making it suitable for warmer months. The ingredients for summer halva are:
200 ml tahini (1 cup)
1 tablespoon cocoa
200 grams granulated sugar (1 cup)
Half a cup of walnuts
75 ml water (half a tea cup)
Palace halva is perfect for those who enjoy rich flavors. Its melt-in-the-mouth texture provides a unique dessert experience. Made with a few ingredients, it is also an economical option. The ingredients for palace halva are:
125 grams butter
300 ml water (1.5 cups)
500 grams flour (2.5 cups)
Crushed pistachios for topping
Semolina halva is ideal for those watching their calorie intake. It has a delightful aroma and a crumbly texture that makes it a beloved dessert in many homes. Semolina halva is often served with ice cream. The ingredients for semolina halva are:
300 grams semolina (1.5 cups)
3 tablespoons butter
Pine nuts (optional)
300 ml water (1.5 cups)
300 ml milk (1.5 cups)
300 grams sugar (1.5 cups)
Cinnamon (optional)
Flour halva is the easiest and most practical halva to make. It is one of the first desserts that comes to mind when thinking about simple recipes. Known as "plain halva," it requires just a few ingredients and is a quick and easy dessert for unexpected guests. The ingredients for flour halva are:
170 grams butter
300 grams flour (1.5 cups)
400 ml water (2 cups)
200 grams sugar (1 cup)
Pulling halva, native to Kastamonu, is also popular throughout Anatolia. While similar to palace halva, pulling halva has a different texture and melts in the mouth when eaten. The recipe for pulling halva is:
200 ml water (1 cup)
200 grams powdered sugar (1 cup)
5 tablespoons margarine (or unsalted butter)
Although making halva is relatively simple, producing large quantities of it can be a challenge. Special occasions such as military send-offs or large celebrations require a lot of halva, which is difficult to produce by hand. This is where AGRIPROF Machinery comes in with its advanced halva machines. With these machines, you can easily and quickly produce large quantities of halva. However, since halva machines do not cut the halva, halva cutting machines come into play.
AGRIPROF Machinery’s halva cutting machines allow you to cut halva in any shape, ranging from 200 grams to 2 kilograms. These machines preserve the structure of the halva, whether it is hot or cold. Additionally, their quiet operation lets you cut as much halva as you need at any time. This eliminates the need for manual tearing or cutting.
AGRIPROF Machinery provides industrial halva machines and halva cutting machines to streamline halva production. These machines save time and labor while enhancing the quality of halva. AGRIPROF Machinery is a leader in the food machinery sector and offers the best equipment for all your halva production needs.
