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What is the difference between the two types of halva?

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I never understood why both of these desserts were called halva?? Which is which someone please help me 😂

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The one in the lower picture is made from sesame paste and the one if the first picture is made from semolina flour. Not sure why they have the same name though
 
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To make things more complicated there's a 3rd halva variation! It's mostly known as halvas Farsalon and is made with sugar and cornstarch.
 
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greekality said:
To make things more complicated there's a 3rd halva variation! It's mostly known as halvas Farsalon and is made with sugar and cornstarch.
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Ive never heard of this or even seen it. Do you know where in Greece does it originate from? My favorite (and most peoples favorite) Greek chef Akis has posted a recipe about it. Sharing it here for anyone who wants to try it out

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Greek halvah jelly – Halvas Farsalon

Greek halvah Jelly - Halvah Farsalon by Greek chef Akis Petretzikis. A different type of Halvah that may remind you more of a nougat, pudding or jelly pudding!
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