Cezerye
Semi-gelatinous Turkish sweet made from caramelised carrots
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Cezerye is a semi-gelatinous traditional Turkish dessert made from caramelised carrots, shredded coconut, and roasted walnuts, hazelnuts, or pistachios.[1][2] Cut into matchbox-sized rectangular chips, it is traditionally served on special occasions. It originates from the Turkish province of Mersin.[citation needed] The preparation involves boiling and then roasting grated carrots with sugar before adding coconut and nuts.
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| Type | Confectionery |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Turkey |
| Region or state | Mersin |
| Main ingredients | Carrots, nuts or pistachios, coconut |
While variations on the treat exist which replace the carrot with fig or date purée, the name is nonetheless derived from the word "jazriyya", which is Arabic for "with carrot".[3][4] In Latakia, Syria, jazariyya is made by caramelizing carrots, then pressing them and garnishing them with coconuts, sometimes pumpkins are added in combination with or in place of the carrots.[5][6][7]
