Hafiz Mustafa
Turkish Salep Powder
Turkish Salep Powder
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Hafiz Mustafa Turkish Salep Powder — pure, authentic sahlep for the classic Turkish winter drink.
Salep (also spelled sahlep or sahlab) is produced from Anatolian orchids that grow in mountainous and meadow areas. It is a very comforting drink, indispensable especially in winter, traditionally served hot and topped with cinnamon.
How to Make Salep Drink
The recipe is easy:
- Warm 4 tea-glasses of milk in a pot.
- Whisk in 1 tablespoon of salep powder and sugar to taste.
- Stir continuously over low heat until it thickens to a warm, creamy consistency.
- Pour into cups and dust with cinnamon on top.
Pure, from Istanbul
This is genuine Hafiz Mustafa salep powder, shipped fresh directly from Istanbul with DHL Express worldwide. Pairs beautifully with a cup of Turkish coffee or a glass of Turkish tea. Browse more from Hafiz Mustafa.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is salep (sahlep) powder?
Salep is a fine powder made from dried Anatolian orchid tubers. Mixed with hot milk it makes a thick, creamy winter drink, traditionally served with cinnamon. It is also used in Turkish ice cream (dondurma).
How do you make a salep drink?
Whisk 1 tablespoon of salep powder into 4 tea-glasses of warm milk with sugar to taste, stir over low heat until it thickens, then serve hot topped with cinnamon.
Is salep caffeine-free?
Yes. Salep is a milk-based orchid drink and contains no caffeine, which makes it a popular warm evening drink.
Is it spelled salep, sahlep or sahlab?
All three refer to the same thing — "salep" and "sahlep" are the common Turkish spellings and "sahlab" the Arabic transliteration.
Where can I buy pure salep powder?
TurkishTaste.com ships pure Hafiz Mustafa salep powder worldwide from Istanbul with DHL Express, usually arriving within a few business days.
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