Ashure, also known as Noah's Pudding, is a traditional Turkish dessert made with a variety of grains and dried fruits. This delicious and nutritious dessert is typically prepared during the month of Muharram in the Islamic calendar. It has a rich and creamy texture with a hint of sweetness, making it a perfect dessert for special occasions or to enjoy as a comforting treat. Ashure is not only a culinary delight but also holds historical and cultural significance.
Ingredients
- 1 cup wheat grains
- 1/2 cup rice
- 1/4 cup chickpeas
- 1/4 cup white beans
- 1/4 cup dried figs, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup currants
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chopped nuts and pomegranate seeds for garnish
Directions
- Rinse the wheat grains, rice, chickpeas, and white beans under cold water.
- In a large pot, add the rinsed grains, chickpeas, and white beans with enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil and let simmer for about 30 minutes or until the grains and legumes are cooked but still firm.
- Add the dried figs, dried apricots, raisins, and currants to the pot. Stir well and continue to cook for another 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve the sugar in 1 cup of water. Add this syrup to the pot and stir gently. Let simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and vanilla extract. Cook for a few more minutes until the flavors are well combined.
- Remove the pot from heat and let the ashure cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, transfer the ashure to individual serving bowls or a large serving dish.
- Garnish with chopped nuts and pomegranate seeds.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the ashure chilled and enjoy!
