Gaz (candy)
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For other uses, see Gaz (disambiguation).
Gaz (Persian: گز) is an Iranian nougat that originated in the Isfahan region.[2] It is widely known as Persian Nougat in American and European countries.[3] It is made from pistachio, almond kernels, rose-water, egg whites and sap from Persian manna.[4][5]
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Type | Nougat |
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Place of origin | Iran (Persia) |
Region or state | Isfahan |
Main ingredients | sugar or corn syrup, pistachio or almond kernels, rosewater and egg whites[1] |
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Typically gaz is accompanied by tea or sherbet and is eaten as a dessert after a main course. It is also traditionally served on festive occasions such as Nowruz, the Persian New Year.[2]