Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup wheat berries
- 1 cup chickpeas
- 1 cup white beans
- 1 cup red beans
- 1 cup rice
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 cup pistachios, chopped
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 cups water
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Serving bowls
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the wheat berries, chickpeas, white beans, and red beans in cold water and soak them overnight.
2. Drain the soaked beans and wheat berries and rinse them again.
3. In a large pot, add the beans, wheat berries, and 8 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the rice to the pot and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the rice and beans are tender.
5. Add the sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the pot and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
6. Add the chopped dried apricots and pistachios to the pot and stir until well combined.
7. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for 10-15 minutes.
8. Serve the ashure in individual bowls and garnish with additional chopped pistachios and dried apricots.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes (plus overnight soaking)
- Cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Simmer on low heat
Serving size:
- Makes 8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 350
- Total fat: 5g
- Total carbohydrates: 70g
- Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any combination of beans and grains that you prefer.
- You can substitute the dried apricots with raisins or other dried fruits.
- You can substitute the pistachios with other nuts, such as almonds or walnuts.
Variations:
- You can add other spices, such as nutmeg or cardamom, to the ashure for additional flavor.
- You can add a tablespoon of rose water to the ashure for a floral aroma.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the beans and wheat berries overnight will help them cook faster and more evenly.
- Stirring the pot occasionally will prevent the beans and grains from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover ashure in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the ashure, place it in a pot and heat it on low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ashure in individual bowls and garnish with additional chopped pistachios and dried apricots.
Garnishes:
- Chopped pistachios and dried apricots
Pairings:
- Ashure is traditionally served during the Islamic month of Muharram, and is often accompanied by dates and other sweet treats.
Suggested side dishes:
- Ashure can be served as a dessert or a main dish on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ashure is too thick, you can add more water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to soak the beans and wheat berries overnight to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat.
Food history:
- Ashure is a traditional Turkish dessert that is also popular in other parts of the Middle East and Central Asia. It is often served during the Islamic month of Muharram to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.
Flavor profiles:
- Ashure is a sweet and nutty dessert that is flavored with cinnamon and vanilla extract.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ashure as a dessert or a main dish on its own.
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Region: Turkish