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Lokum

Do you like candy? Well, there's a special kind of candy called lokum. Lokum is also known as Turkish delight because it comes from a country called Turkey.

So, what is lokum? It's a sweet treat that's made by mixing sugar, water, and cornstarch together. Then, different flavors and colors can be added to make it taste and look different.

The mixture is heated up until it becomes thick and gooey. Then, it's poured into a mold and left to harden for a while. Once it's hard, it's cut into little pieces and dusted with powdered sugar so it won't stick together.

Lokum comes in lots of different flavors like rose, lemon, orange, and even mint! Some of them even have pieces of nuts or fruit added in for extra crunch.

So, next time you want a yummy candy, try lokum! It's candy made from sugar, water, and cornstarch with different flavors and colors added in. It's really popular in Turkey and comes in lots of yummy flavors!