Best 12 Haroseth Recipes
**Haroseth: A Symbol of Spring and Rebirth**
Haroseth is a sweet and tangy condiment that is traditionally served with roasted shank bone, egg, and bitter herbs on a seder plate during the Jewish holiday of Passover. It is made with a combination of fruits, nuts, spices, and wine. The exact ingredients and proportions can vary depending on the family recipe, but common ingredients include apples, walnuts, cinnamon, and honey. Haroseth is a symbol of spring and rebirth, and its sweet taste is meant to represent the hope for a better future. Here, we present three delicious recipes for Haroseth: a classic recipe, a Sephardic recipe, and a modern recipe. Each recipe offers a unique take on this traditional dish, allowing you to find the perfect Haroseth to complement your Passover meal.
APPLE AND WALNUT HAROSETH
This very classic Ashkenazi haroseth, which is a ceremonial part of the Passover Seder, is made from diced apple, toasted walnuts, a touch of cinnamon and a shower of sweet Passover wine. It's meant to represent the mortar used by the Israelites when they were slaves in Egypt. The sweeter the apples you use, the less honey you'll need to add at the end. But tart apples are nice here, too, as long as you balance their acidity. If you can't get Manischewitz or another sweet Passover wine, ruby port is a fine substitute. You can make this haroseth one day ahead and store it in the refrigerator; just mix it well before serving to reincorporate any liquid that might have seeped out of the mix.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dips and spreads
Time 45m
Yield 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Spread walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and toast in the oven, stirring once or twice, until fragrant and golden-brown at the edges, about 10 minutes. Transfer baking sheet to a wire rack to cool.
- Finely chop the nuts and place in a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Let sit for at least 30 minutes before serving. Taste and add more honey and cinnamon, if you'd like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 224, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 51 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
PROVENçAL HAROSETH FOR PASSOVER
This is a 13th-century haroseth recipe from Provence, using the Mediterranean fruits and nuts that are still available in the region. Back then, Jewish families would have saved chestnuts from the fall harvest and roasted or boiled them for this springtime Passover recipe - and then laboriously peeled them by hand - but now you can buy cooked, pre-peeled chestnuts any time.
Provided by Joan Nathan
Categories condiments
Time 15m
Yield About 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the almonds, raisins, apricots, figs, walnuts, apple, and chestnuts in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until you reach the consistency of your choice.
- Add the pine nuts and stir in the cinnamon, ginger and wine vinegar. Pulse once more, adding enough sweet wine to bind the ingredients.
- Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 309, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 74 milligrams, Sugar 27 grams, TransFat 0 grams
JOAN NATHAN'S HAROSETH
The Jewish food maven Joan Nathan serves this haroseth at her family's Passover gatherings. More than any other Jewish dish, this sweet blend of fruit and nuts - a mixture that symbolizes the mortar with which the Israelites laid bricks during their enslavement in Egypt - varies wildly depending on the availability of ingredients. The Nathan family version resembles a Moroccan haroseth rather than the popular American version made with apples, nuts and sweet wine.
Provided by Joan Nathan
Categories appetizer, side dish
Time 15m
Yield About 6 dozen haroseth
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Grind the raisins and 1 1/2 cups of the almonds together in a meat grinder (see tip). Set aside in a bowl.
- Grate the apple into the raisins and almonds and add the cinnamon. Mix well to combine.
- Using your hands, press the mixture into 1-inch balls. Using the remaining almonds, press 1 into each haroseth. There will be lots of haroseth left over; serve in bowls at the table during Passover.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 42, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1 milligram, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PEAR HAROSETH WITH PECANS AND FIGS
A recipe for chopped fruits and nuts, with wine and honey.
Provided by Joan Nathan
Categories side dish
Time 1h10m
Yield About 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a glass or ceramic bowl, lightly toss the pecans, figs, pears and apple.
- Add the cinnamon, honey, wine, lemon zest and juice. Toss lightly to blend well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 256, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 4 milligrams, Sugar 27 grams
MOROCCAN HAROSETH MARINADE
Use this marinade to make Craigie on Main chef Tony Maw's Moroccan Haroseth-Braised Lamb Shanks.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Moroccan-Inspired Recipes
Yield Makes enough for 4 lamb shanks
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small skillet, lightly toast cumin seeds, fennel seeds, chile flakes, and coriander seeds over low heat until fragrant. Transfer to large shallow baking dish and add olive oil, wine, orange peel, salt, thyme, parsley, cilantro, garlic, and ginger; stir to combine.
HAROSETH TRUFFLES
This recipe takes a traditional Passover treat, and gives it a little twist. Here, dried fruit and nuts are chopped in a food processor, flavored with cinnamon and moistened with a bit of pomegranate juice for a Sephardic version of the recipe. They're rolled into balls, and dusted with unsweetened coconut. Feel free to substitute any dried fruit or nuts you'd like.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories quick, dessert
Time 20m
Yield About 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the pomegranate juice and cinnamon.
- Combine the dates, apricots, cherries, almonds, and pistachios in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse together until mixture is coarsely combined. Add the cinnamon-juice mixture and process until the mixture forms a smooth, sticky paste. Add more juice, a teaspoon at a time, if the paste does not stick together.
- Spread the coconut flakes on a large plate or jelly roll pan. Roll the dough, 1 heaping tablespoon at a time into a ball; roll in the coconut to coat evenly. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 79, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 2 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
HAROSETH
This recipe, adapted from Alon Shaya of Domenica Restaurant, an Italian restaurant in New Orleans, plays on traditional haroseth. Moscato wine takes the place of Manischewitz, and hazelnuts for almonds. A spin on a recipe from Mr. Shaya's mother, Joan Nathan brought it to The Times in 2011.
Provided by Joan Nathan
Categories easy, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, wine, onions, apples and honey. Simmer over low heat until the onions are transparent, stirring gently so the apples retain their shape, about 15 minutes.
- While apples are simmering, combine figs, dates, apricot preserves, and lemon and orange zests and juices in a food processor. Pulse a few times until combined but not puréed. Transfer to a mixing bowl. When the apple mixture is ready, add it to the bowl and stir gently to combine; there may be excess liquid, which will gradually be absorbed into the fruit.
- Spread hazelnuts or almonds and the pistachios on a baking sheet and toast until fragrant and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a kitchen towel and roll the towel gently to remove the skins. Lightly chop the nuts and add to the bowl. Add salt, allspice, cardamom and cinnamon, and fold gently to mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight so flavors meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 293, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 31 milligrams, Sugar 46 grams, TransFat 0 grams
APRICOT, DATE, AND PISTACHIO HAROSETH
Provided by Melissa Roberts
Categories Food Processor Side Passover Vegetarian Stuffing/Dressing Dried Fruit Date Pistachio Sherry Healthy Kosher Vegan Kosher for Passover Gourmet Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pulse nuts in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add dried fruit and pulse until chopped. Add Sherry, zest, and spices and pulse until incorporated.
HAROSETH
Steps:
- Pulse together figs, apricots, and dates in a food processor until finely chopped, then transfer to a bowl and stir in walnuts and wine. Sprinkle spices evenly over mixture and stir until combined well.
HAROSETH WITH CHESTNUTS, PINE NUTS, PEARS AND DRIED FRUITS
Haroseth was served for Passover at Seders in Roman times, if not earlier, and versions exist all over the world, adapted for the fruits and nuts available. This recipe from Italy contains no spices, relying instead on a vibrant mix of fresh and dried fruit for flavor - so use the ripest and sweetest you can find.
Provided by Joan Nathan
Categories side dish
Time 45m
Yield About 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a medium pot, combine all ingredients except for the chestnuts and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until fruit starts to break down, about 30 minutes. Stir in chestnuts.
- Transfer to a food processor and pulse in short bursts until chunky, or until desired texture is reached.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 268, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 63 milligrams, Sugar 36 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PROVENCAL HAROSETH
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring the wine, sugar and orange rind and juice to a boil over medium heat. Simmer for 10 minutes, uncovered.
- Add figs, cover and simmer until softened, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature.
- In a food processor, place the figs, cooking liquid and cardamom. Blend until well ground.
HAROSETH
Provided by Marian Burros
Categories dinner, dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield About 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine coconut, almonds and 1 1/2 cups of water. Stir well and cook over medium heat until mixture begins to thicken.
- Stir in all the dried fruits and cinnamon. Continue cooking over medium-low heat, adding additional water as mixture thickens.
- After about 45 minutes stir in the cherry preserves. Cook approximately 15 minutes longer, until the coconut has softened and mixture is extremely thick.
- Cool about 15 minutes and stir in the wine. The mixture should be moist and thick.
- Refrigerate until serving. After the haroseth has been refrigerated it often needs additional wine to remoisten it. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 308, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 15 milligrams, Sugar 37 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips for Making the Best Haroseth:
- Choose the Right Apples: Use a variety of sweet and tart apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady, for a well-balanced flavor.
- Chop the Apples Finely: This will help the haroseth to have a consistent texture and make it easier to spread.
- Use Fresh Nuts: Toasted walnuts or almonds add a nice crunch and flavor to the haroseth. Make sure to toast them just before using for the best flavor.
- Don't Overdo the Spices: A little bit of cinnamon and ginger goes a long way. Too much can overpower the other flavors in the haroseth.
- Adjust the Sweetness to Your Liking: Haroseth can be made as sweet or tart as you like. Add more honey or sugar if you want it sweeter, or add more lemon juice if you want it tarter.
Conclusion:
Haroseth is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a traditional part of the Passover Seder, but it can also be served as a side dish or condiment with a variety of other dishes. With its sweet and tangy flavor, haroseth is a surefire crowd-pleaser. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy apples, give haroseth a try!
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