Ashure Noah’s Pudding (Printer-Friendly)
Traditional Turkish dessert of grains, dried fruits, and nuts with warm spices like cinnamon and cloves.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Grains & Legumes
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1 cup whole wheat berries, soaked overnight
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1/2 cup cooked chickpeas
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1/2 cup cooked white beans
→ Dried Fruits
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1/3 cup dried figs, chopped
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1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped
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1/3 cup raisins
→ Sweeteners & Spices
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1/4 cup sugar or natural sweetener
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp ground cloves
→ Toppings
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1/4 cup chopped walnuts
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1/4 cup chopped almonds
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1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts or pistachios
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1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
# Steps to Prepare:
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Soak whole wheat berries overnight. Drain, rinse, and boil in fresh water until soft, about 90 minutes. Cook chickpeas and white beans if not pre-cooked.
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Add cooked chickpeas and white beans to the pot with wheat. Stir and simmer over medium heat to blend flavors.
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Stir in chopped figs, apricots, and raisins. Add sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Simmer until fruits are plump and mixture thickens.
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Ladle into serving bowls. Let cool slightly. Garnish with chopped nuts and pomegranate seeds before serving.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Soaking wheat berries overnight ensures even cooking and a soft texture.
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Adjust sweetness to taste by using more or less dried fruit or sweetener.
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Use pre-cooked legumes for convenience and time-saving.