Holidays & Special Occasions
Charoset (Passover Apple and Nut Relish)
Ingredients
- 3 apples, peeled and finely diced
- 100 g (1 cup) walnuts, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp sweet red wine
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Method
- Finely dice the peeled apples and place in a mixing bowl.
- Add the chopped walnuts.
- Stir in cinnamon, sweet red wine, honey and lemon juice.
- Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve as part of the Seder plate or alongside matzo.
Introduction: A sweet, textured relish of chopped apples, nuts, wine and spices, Charoset is a symbolic dish on the Passover Seder plate, representing the mortar used by Israelite slaves and eaten as part of the Seder ritual.
Cultural Background: A sweet, textured relish of chopped apples, nuts, wine and spices, Charoset is a symbolic dish on the Passover Seder plate, representing the mortar used by Israelite slaves and eaten as part of the Seder ritual.
Tips: Dicing the apples very finely, close to the texture of coarse mortar, is traditional and symbolic to this dish.
Variations: Middle Eastern and Sephardic versions often use dates, figs and additional spices like ginger for a denser, paste-like charoset. Naturally vegetarian and vegan.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Not applicable; served cold.
FAQs:
Q: What does charoset symbolize?
A: It represents the mortar used by Israelite slaves in Egypt, eaten as part of the Passover Seder ritual.
Q: Can I make this alcohol-free?
A: Yes, substitute grape juice for the wine for a non-alcoholic version.
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