This haroset, or charoset, is a classic Passover recipe with dried fruits and nuts.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes about 3 cups
Ingredients
1½
cups unsalted natural pistachios
½
cup chopped pitted dates
½
cup chopped dried cherries or dried cranberries
½
cup chopped dried apricots
¼
cup sweet Passover wine
¼
cup pure pomegranate juice
1
tablespoon honey
1½
teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1
teaspoon finely grated orange peel
1
teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼
teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)
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Preparation
Step 1
Stir pistachios in heavy medium skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted and fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
Combine dates, cherries, apricots, wine, and juice in medium bowl. Let stand 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in honey, lemon juice, orange peel, and spices. Chop pistachios; mix into haroseth.
Step 3
Garnish haroset with mint sprigs.
Do Ahead: Haroseth without the mint can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Garnish with mint sprigs when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
One serving contains: Calories (kcal) 158.0 %Calories From Fat 40.5 Fat (g) 7.1 Saturated Fat (g) 0.9 Cholesterol (mg) 0 Carbohydrates (g) 20.4 Dietary Fiber (g) 3.1 Total Sugars (g) 14.0 Net Carbs (g) 17.3 Protein (g) 4.0 Sodium (mg) 4.1