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Yemenite Charoset

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Celebrate Passover and honor National Tartan Day with this flavorful Yemenite Charoset—a rich, spiced spread made from tender dried dates, figs, and apricots, balanced with toasted almonds, honey, and cinnamon. Simmered with red wine or apple juice, this thick, textured paste is perfect with matzo or as a vibrant multicultural addition to your Seder plate.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried pitted dates

  • 1 cup dried apricots

  • 1 cup dried black figs

  • 1/2 cup coarsely ground toasted almonds

  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger

  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 cup honey

 

  • 2 cups red wine or apple juice

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine dried fruit and red wine or apple juice.

  2. Simmer over medium-low heat for 10–12 minutes until the fruit is soft and plump. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  3. Transfer mixture to a food processor. Add ginger, cinnamon, and honey.

  4. Pulse until thick but still textured.

  5. Stir in the toasted almonds by hand for crunch and nutty depth.

  6. Serve in a small bowl with matzo or as part of a traditional Seder plate.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For a smoother version, blend longer or add more juice. You can swap almonds for walnuts or pistachios if preferred.

Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/yemenite-charoset/