Charoses

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1

Traditional Charoses recipe for Passover Seder

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 large apples - peeled , cored , and shredded
	1/2 pound pecans , very finely chopped
	1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1 teaspoon white sugar , or to taste
	1 tablespoon red wine , or as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

175

Sugar

11g

Fat

11g

Charoses is a traditional Jewish dish that is served during the Passover Seder. It symbolizes the mortar used by Jewish slaves when building structures for the Pharaohs in ancient Egypt. There are many variations of Charoses, but most are made with shredded apples, chopped nuts, and wine or grape juice. Some recipes also call for the addition of cinnamon or honey to increase the sweetness. Charoses is a sweet and tangy dish that pairs well with matzo and other Seder foods.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine the shredded apples, chopped pecans, ground cinnamon, and white sugar.
2.	Slowly pour in the red wine, mixing well until the mixture is evenly moistened.
3.	Keep mixing until the mixture has a chunky, salsa-like consistency.
4.	Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

PROS

Charoses is a delicious traditional Jewish Passover dish that is both sweet and tangy.

It pairs well with matzo and other Seder foods.

CONS

Depending on the recipe, Charoses can have a high sugar content and calorie count.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Charoses is made with fresh apples and pecans, two nutrient-dense ingredients that are high in fiber and antioxidants.
It is also a good source of healthy fats and plant-based protein.