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Ashkenazic Charoset For The Passover Seder Recipe

This traditional Ashkenazic charoset recipe is the perfect addition to your Passover Seder. A sweet and subtly spiced mixture of apples, nuts, and wine, this recipe is easy to make and delivers a burst of flavor that complements the Seder plate beautifully. Learn how to create this symbolic dish, representing the mortar used by the Israelites in ancient Egypt, with our simple step-by-step guide.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 202.2 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Ashkenazic Charoset For The Passover Seder

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Ingredients for Ashkenazic Charoset For The Passover Seder

  • Ground Nuts
  • 2 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • Lemon, Zest Of
  • Sweet Red Wine
  • Sugar
  • Cinnamon

How to Make Ashkenazic Charoset For The Passover Seder

  1. Peel, core, and chop the apples into small pieces.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped apples, walnuts, brown sugar, red wine (or grape juice), apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and cloves (if using).
  3. Stir all ingredients until well combined. The mixture should have a thick, paste-like consistency resembling mortar.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but enhances the taste.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels as desired before serving at your Passover Seder.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

148g

Fat

0g

Carbs

16g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Fruit Jewish Ashkenazi European Holiday Event Kosher Vegetarian Nuts Dietary Passover Apples Number Of Servings