Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup wheat berries
- 1/2 cup chickpeas
- 1/2 cup white beans
- 1/2 cup rice
- 1/2 cup barley
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 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, and white beans in cold water and soak them overnight.
2. Drain the soaked wheat berries, chickpeas, and white beans and rinse them again.
3. In a large pot, add the soaked wheat berries, chickpeas, white beans, rice, and barley. Add 8 cups of water and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 2 hours or until the grains are tender.
5. Add the chopped apricots, raisins, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the pot. Stir well and let it cook for another 10 minutes.
6. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down.
7. Once cooled, divide the mixture into serving bowls.
8. Garnish each bowl with chopped walnuts and pomegranate seeds.
9. Serve chilled.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes (plus overnight soaking)
- Cooking time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Simmer on low heat
Serving size:
- Makes 6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Protein: 10g
- Fiber: 9g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can substitute the wheat berries, chickpeas, and white beans with any other legumes or grains of your choice.
- You can substitute the dried apricots with any other dried fruit.
Variations:
- You can add other nuts or seeds such as almonds, pistachios, or sesame seeds.
- You can add other spices such as nutmeg, cardamom, or ginger.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the grains and legumes overnight will help them cook faster and become more tender.
- You can adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.
- You can add more water if the mixture becomes too thick.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover ashure in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, simply microwave the ashure for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the ashure in decorative bowls or glasses.
- Sprinkle some extra pomegranate seeds and walnuts on top for a more festive look.
Garnishes:
- Chopped walnuts and pomegranate seeds
Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of Turkish tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with some Turkish bread or crackers.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture becomes too thick, add more water.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to soak the grains and legumes overnight to reduce cooking time and ensure they are fully cooked.
Food history:
- Ashure is a traditional Turkish dessert that is also known as Noah's Pudding. It is believed to have originated from the story of Noah's Ark, where the remaining food on the ark was mixed together to create a sweet and nutritious dish.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and fruity
Serving suggestions:
- Serve chilled as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Turkish