{"id":"salep_4735007b57","slug":"salep","title":"Salep","description":"A comforting, creamy Mediterranean hot drink thickened with traditional orchid tuber powder and scented with aromatic rose water and cinnamon.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500 ml whole milk","name":"Milk","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"2 tablespoons salep powder","name":"Salep powder","quantity":20,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"genuine orchid tuber flour","group":"thickener","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 tablespoons sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":25,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"thickener","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 teaspoon rose water","name":"Rose water","quantity":5,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"liquid","notes":"optional aromatic","group":"flavor","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"Grated cinnamon for garnish","name":"Cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"ground","notes":"for dusting","group":"garnish","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tablespoon crushed pistachios","name":"Pistachio","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"crushed","notes":"","group":"garnish","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small bowl, whisk together the salep powder and sugar until fully combined to prevent clumping.","group":"preparation","title":"Whisk together the salep powder and sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat. Do not let it reach a boil yet.","group":"cooking","title":"Pour the milk into a small saucepan","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Slowly add the sugar and salep mixture to the warm milk, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth consistency.","group":"cooking","title":"Slowly add the sugar and salep mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Continue to simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes, stirring continuously, until it reaches a thick, velvety consistency similar to heavy cream.","group":"cooking","title":"Continue to simmer the mixture","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove from heat and stir in the rose water if using.","group":"flavoring","title":"Remove from heat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"flavoring"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Pour the hot drink into two mugs. Garnish generously with ground cinnamon and crushed pistachios.","group":"serving","title":"Pour the hot drink","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"serving"}],"notes":"Authentic salep powder is made from wild orchid tubers, providing a unique texture and flavor. If you cannot find pure salep powder, a mixture of cornstarch and rice flour is a common alternative. Always whisk the powder with sugar before adding to cold milk to prevent lumps.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish","Middle Eastern"]},"course":["drink"],"cookingMethod":["simmer"],"equipment":["saucepan","whisk","mugs"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk","tree_nuts"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"cup","note":""},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Salep is best enjoyed immediately while hot, as the starch continues to set as it cools."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk to restore consistency.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat slowly on low heat while whisking."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsalep_4735007b57%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c135f0e9-4d19-4486-b7f0-467cc4e253b1","imageAlt":"Salep — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["creamy","hot drink","winter","traditional","aromatic"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Salep","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T02:16:22.152Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T02:16:22.152Z","related":[{"id":"ayran_12a25da817","slug":"ayran","title":"Ayran","description":"A refreshing, savory yogurt-based drink from the Mediterranean, whisked until cold and frothy.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free","soy_free","egg_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fayran_12a25da817%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=3a69eb20-550f-4150-9a26-f5eaae954e6e","imageAlt":"Ayran — recipe cover","tags":["yogurt","refreshing","cold drink","savory","turkish cuisine","easy recipe"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":3},{"id":"recipe_1d951171f1","slug":"greek-coffee","title":"Greek Coffee","description":"A traditional, strong, and aromatic coffee brewed in a special small pot called a briki. 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