Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of wheat berries
- 1 cup of chickpeas
- 1 cup of white beans
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup of raisins
- 1 cup of mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts)
- 1 tablespoon of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon of rose water
- 8 cups of water
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Serving bowls
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the wheat berries, chickpeas, and white beans in cold water and soak them overnight in separate bowls.
2. Drain the water from the wheat berries, chickpeas, and white beans. In a large pot, add 8 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
3. Add the wheat berries, chickpeas, and white beans to the pot and cook on medium heat for 1 hour or until they are tender.
4. Add sugar, raisins, mixed nuts, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and rose water to the pot. Mix well and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
5. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
6. Serve the ashure in individual bowls and garnish with additional nuts and raisins.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of nuts you prefer.
- You can use honey instead of sugar.
Variations:
- You can add dried apricots or figs to the ashure.
- You can add pomegranate seeds as a garnish.
Tips and tricks:
- Soak the wheat berries, chickpeas, and white beans overnight to reduce the cooking time.
- Stir the ashure frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Storage instructions:
- Store the ashure in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the ashure in a pot on low heat, stirring frequently.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ashure in individual bowls and garnish with additional nuts and raisins.
Garnishes:
- Nuts and raisins
- Pomegranate seeds
Pairings:
- Serve the ashure with Turkish tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve the ashure as a dessert after a meal.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the ashure is too thick, add more water.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to rinse the wheat berries, chickpeas, and white beans thoroughly before cooking.
Food history:
- Ashure is a traditional Turkish dessert that is also known as Noah's Pudding. It is typically made during the month of Muharram, which is the first month of the Islamic calendar.
Flavor profiles:
- The ashure has a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of cinnamon and rose water.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ashure as a dessert after a meal.
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Region: Turkish