Editing Lokma

'''Lokma''' is a sweet, fried dough ball of Turkish origin. It is also popular in the cuisines of the former Ottoman Empire, particularly in Greece, where it is known as '''loukoumades'''. The name lokma means 'mouthful' or 'morsel', from the Arabic '''luqma''' (plural '''luqmāt''').

==Etymology==
The term '''lokma''' comes from Arabic '''luqma''' (لقمة), meaning 'morsel' or 'mouthful'. The plural form is '''luqmāt''' (لقمات). In Greek, the term is '''loukoumades''' (λουκουμάδες), which is believed to have been derived from the Arabic '''luqma'''.

==Description==
Lokma is a sweet pastry made of leavened and deep fried dough, soaked in syrup or honey, sometimes coated with cinnamon or other ingredients. It is often served with a dusting of powdered sugar. The dough is made of flour, yeast, salt, and water or milk. The syrup is usually made from honey and lemon juice. Lokma is typically served as a dessert or a festive dish.

==Regional Variations==
Lokma has various names and variations across different regions. In Greece, it is known as '''loukoumades''', and in Egypt, it is called '''awameh''' (أوامة). In the Levant, it is known as '''zalabia''' (زلابية). In Iran, it is known as '''bamiyeh''' (بامية). These variations may differ in ingredients and preparation methods.

==History==
The history of lokma dates back to the Ottoman Empire. It was a popular dessert in Ottoman cuisine and was often served at the imperial court. The tradition of making lokma is believed to have spread to other regions of the Middle East and the Mediterranean through the expansion of the Ottoman Empire.

==See Also==
* [[Turkish cuisine]]
* [[Ottoman cuisine]]
* [[Loukoumades]]
* [[Awameh]]
* [[Zalabia]]
* [[Bamiyeh]]

[[Category:Turkish cuisine]]
[[Category:Ottoman cuisine]]
[[Category:Middle Eastern cuisine]]
[[Category:Mediterranean cuisine]]
[[Category:Desserts]]

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File:Sam'dan_lokma_tatlisi.jpg|Lokma
File:Loukoumades_Greek_Doughnuts_with_Walnuts_and_Honey.jpg|Loukoumades with Walnuts and Honey
File:Lokma_in_İzmir.jpg|Lokma in İzmir
File:Lugaimat_Riyadh_2024.jpg|Lugaimat in Riyadh
File:Turkish_Cypriot_pastries.jpg|Turkish Cypriot Pastries
File:Lokma_Galata_Bridge.JPG|Lokma at Galata Bridge
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