Sephardic Passover Charoset for the Seder

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Sephardic Passover Charoset recipe for your Seder

Sephardic Passover Charoset for the Seder

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

278

Sugar

44g

Fat

Sephardic Passover Charoset is a traditional Jewish food eaten during the Seder. It is made with dates, raisins, apples, almonds, and flavored with sweet wine and ginger. This dish symbolizes the mortar that the Israelites used to build Egyptian cities during their enslavement. Charoset is a delicious and healthy food that can be eaten as part of a balanced diet outside of Passover. It is a great addition to your snack rotation as it is packed with essentials nutrients that provide a boost of energy for a mid-day pick-me-up. The dish is also versatile and can be paired with crackers, matzo or used as a dip for fresh fruits such as apples or pears.

Instructions

1.	Soak the golden and dark raisins overnight in enough water to cover them.
2.	Peel, core and cut the granny smith apples into small chunks.
3.	Add the soaked raisins with the water into a food processor and pulse until well blended.
4.	Add the apple chunks, ginger powder, sweet wine, and orange juice to the food processor and pulse again until the mixture is well combined but slightly chunky.
5.	Transfer the mixture into a bowl and stir in the blanched slivered almonds until well combined.
6.	Cover and refrigerate until chilled before serving.

PROS

Sephardic Passover Charoset is a staple food during Seder and is integral to the Passover tradition.

The mixture of dates, raisins, apples and a hint of ginger provides a sweet and flavorful dish.

Charoset is a versatile dish that can be paired with crackers, matzo, or used as a dip for fresh fruit.

CONS

This dish contains high amounts of sugar from the dates and raisins which makes it high in calories.

It should be consumed in moderation for those who are watching their sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sephardic Passover Charoset is a good source of antioxidants, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
This dish is rich in antioxidants from dates, raisins, and apple which helps reduce inflammation and promote healthy digestion.
The almonds in this dish provide a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and protein which helps keep you feeling full for longer periods of time.

	8 ounces pitted dates
	4 ounces golden raisins
	4 ounces dark raisins
	2 granny smith apples
	2 teaspoons sweet wine
	1/4 cup orange juice ( not concentrate )
	1 teaspoon ground ginger
	1/2 cup blanched slivered almond