Whole Wheat Pudding (Egyptian Ashora)

Ashora is a traditional Egyptian dessert often prepared during the Islamic month of Muharram to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. It is typically shared with family, friends, and neighbors as a symbol of unity and remembrance.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Whole Wheat Pudding (Egyptian Ashora)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Egyptian Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Whole wheat grains
• 4 cups Water
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (e.g. almonds, pistachios)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring the whole wheat grains and water to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the grains are tender.
2. Drain the cooked wheat grains and return them to the pot.
3. Add milk, sugar, raisins, chopped nuts, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the pot with the cooked wheat grains.
4. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pudding thickens.
5. Remove from heat and let the pudding rest for 1 hour to cool and thicken further.
6. Serve the whole wheat pudding chilled or at room temperature. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon and chopped nuts, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 20g

Protein 5g10%

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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.