Turkish Asure
Turkish Asure, also known as Noah’s Pudding, is a delightful dessert that brings together chewy grains, sweet dried fruits, and crunchy nuts in a creamy blend. This traditional dish is not only rich in flavor but also steeped in cultural significance, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Each bowl of Asure promises warmth and comfort, inviting you to savor every spoonful of this heartwarming treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wheat berries
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- ½ cup dried apricots, chopped
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup walnuts or hazelnuts, chopped
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 3 cups almond milk (or regular milk)
Instructions
- Rinse the wheat berries under cold water and soak overnight.
- In a pot, boil 4 cups of water, add soaked wheat berries, and simmer until tender (about 1 hour).
- Stir in cooked chickpeas and simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Add chopped apricots, raisins, and cinnamon; mix well.
- Gradually stir in almond milk until creamy; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve warm or chilled, topped with chopped nuts and extra cinnamon if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 240g
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg