Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
6
servings
0.5 cup

whole pitted dates

pitted

0.25 cup

raisins

0.5 cup

sweet red wine

0.5 cup

dried apricots

0.25 cup

dried figs

0.5 unit

apple

peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks

0.33 cup

orange sections

0.5 cup

chopped walnuts

chopped

Step 1
~18 min

Combine dates, raisins, and wine in a medium bowl.

Step 2
~18 min

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.

Step 3
~18 min

Let the mixture stand at room temperature for 8 hours or overnight.

Step 4
~18 min

Place the raisin mixture in a food processor.

Step 5
~18 min

Add dried apricots, dried figs, apple, orange, and chopped walnuts to the food processor.

Step 6
~18 min

Process until almost smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl occasionally.

Step 7
~18 min

Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of wine to achieve desired consistency.

Soaking the fruits overnight ensures a softer texture.

Pulse ingredients in the food processor for a chunkier haroset.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made several days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with matzah

Serve as part of a Passover Seder plate

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Matzah
Gefilte Fish

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Turkey

Cultural Significance

Traditional Passover dish symbolizing the mortar used by the Israelites in Egypt.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Passover

Occasion Tags

Passover
Holidays

Popularity Score

65/100

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