Poppy Seed (Mun) Hamentashen Filling

Hamentashen is a traditional Jewish pastry commonly associated with the holiday of Purim. The triangular shape of the pastry is said to represent the hat worn by the villainous Haman, whose defeat is celebrated during Purim.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Poppy Seed (Mun) Hamentashen Filling

Cooking Method: Filling, Mixing Cuisine: Jewish Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 teaspoon Poppy Seeds
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Raisins

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, combine the poppy seeds, milk, honey, butter, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the poppy seeds absorb the liquid, about 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the raisins.
4. Let the filling cool for 30 minutes before using it to fill the hamentashen pastry.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 20g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.