Coconut-Almond Charoset
Coconut-Almond Charoset: A Delicious Passover Dish
Coconut-Almond Charoset is a traditional Passover dish that is both delicious and easy to make. This dish is perfect for those who are looking for a sweet and nutty treat that is also healthy. The combination of coconut and almonds gives this dish a unique flavor that is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup sweet red wine
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Serving:
This recipe serves 6-8 people.
Cooking Tips:
- Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Soak the dates and raisins in the wine for at least 30 minutes before using them in the recipe. This will help to soften them and make them easier to blend.
Cooking Process:
1. In a food processor, combine the shredded coconut, sliced almonds, dates, raisins, and cinnamon. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped and well combined.
2. Slowly add the sweet red wine to the mixture, pulsing until it forms a thick paste.
3. Transfer the charoset to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Appearance:
Coconut-Almond Charoset has a thick, paste-like consistency with small pieces of coconut and almonds throughout. The mixture is a light brown color with specks of dark raisins.
Taste:
The combination of coconut, almonds, dates, raisins, and cinnamon gives this dish a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of spice from the cinnamon. The sweet red wine adds a subtle fruity flavor that complements the other ingredients.
Type of Dish:
Passover Dessert
Main Ingredients:
- Coconut
- Almonds
- Dates