Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.25 cup

wheat berries

soaked and sprouted

2 cup

water

for soaking

2 cup

cashews

soaked

0.25 cup

pecans

coarsely ground

2 tbsp

garlic salt

2 tbsp

Mexican-style chili powder with lime (Tajin)

Step 1
~183 min

Soak wheat berries in water for 8 hours to overnight until they expand.

Step 2
~183 min

Drain the wheat berries and rinse twice a day for 3-4 days until sprouts appear.

Step 3
~183 min

Place sprouted wheat berries in a bowl with fresh water and let sit at room temperature for 12-24 hours until the liquid turns cloudy and smells tart.

Step 4
~183 min

Soak cashews in water for 8 hours to overnight.

Step 5
~183 min

Drain cashews and blend with 1 cup of the soaking liquid until smooth.

Step 6
~183 min

Pour the blended mixture into a sieve lined with a coffee filter and drain in the refrigerator for about 24 hours until thickened.

Step 7
~183 min

Combine pecans, garlic salt, and Mexican-style chili powder in a food processor and pulse until a coarse mixture is formed.

Step 8
~183 min

Form the strained cashew mixture into a ball and coat with the pecan mixture.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your taste.

Make sure the cashews are thoroughly drained for best results.

Serve with your favorite crackers or vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crackers, crudités, or baguette slices.

Garnish with fresh herbs or edible flowers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Olives
Pickled vegetables
Fruit chutney

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Vegan alternatives to traditional cheese balls

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Popularity Score

75/100

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