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Noghl

Noghl
Almond noghl
Alternative namesNuql, sugar-coated almonds
TypeConfectionery
Place of originPersia
Region or stateIran and Afghanistan
Main ingredientsAlmonds or other nuts, sugar, water, rose water

Noghl (Iranian Persian) or Nuql (Dari) (Persian: نقل), also Mlabbas (Syrian Arabic) (Arabic: ملبس), are sugar-coated almonds,[1][2] a traditional Iranian and Afghan confection.[3] It is made by boiling sugar with water and rose water and then coating roasted almonds in the mixture.[3] It can also be made with other nuts such as walnuts or others. Noghl is often eaten with tea.[1][3]

Noghl is often included in Iranian and Afghan weddings,[3] which are based on ancient Persian / Afghan ceremonies. As part of the wedding celebration, a lavish spread of food is prepared at the home of the bride. Included is an assortment of pastries and sweets, including noghl, which is typically paid for by the groom.[4] In many places in both Iran and Afghanistan, Noghl is showered on the bride and groom, much like confetti would be in Western countries.[3][5]

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References

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  1. ^ a b Shaida, Margaret (April 10, 2018). The Legendary Cuisine of Persia. Grub Street Publishing. ISBN 9781911621591.
  2. ^ Rashidi, Feridon (January 4, 2017). Tales of Iran. New Generation Publishing Limited. ISBN 9781787192584.
  3. ^ a b c d e "Noghl | Traditional Dessert From Iran | TasteAtlas". www.tasteatlas.com. Retrieved 2024-04-30.
  4. ^ Batmanglij, Najmieh. New Food for Life: Ancient Persian and Modern Iranian Cooking and Ceremonies. Washington: Mage, 2008. (p. 393-395.) ISBN 0-934211-34-5
  5. ^ Saberi, Helen. Afghan Food & Cookery. New York: Hippocrene, 2000. (p. 9) ISBN 0-7818-0807-3
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