Gaz (candy)
Persian Nougat
Gaz (Persian:گز) is an Iranian nougat that
originated in Isfahan region. It is widely known as Persian Nougat in
American and European countries. It is made from pistachio, almond
kernels, rose-water, egg whites and sap from a special plant.
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.
Coded by Mohadeseh Moradian