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Whole Orange Sephardic Charoset

Cheryl Sternman Rule shares a unique Kosher for Passover charoset featuring the bitter sweetness of a whole orange, peel and all! Serve with matzo at your seder. 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 231 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 1 medium seedless orange, well-rinsed, preferably organic
  • 1 pound Medjool dates (about 22-24), pits removed and discarded
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons sweet (red) wine
  • 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, toasted, finely chopped

Instructions

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  1. Cut the orange into 6-8 rough pieces (do not peel) and place in a food processor fitted with the metal blade. Add the dates. Process for about 15 seconds, or until a mushy paste forms but rough chunks of orange peel are still visible.
  2. Place the paste in a small saucepan with the sugar, cinnamon, and wine. Cook over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Watch carefully so it doesn't burn.
  3. Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in the chopped nuts.

Nutrition Information

Calories 231kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 4g (6%) Potassium 449mg (13%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 44g (88%) Vitamin A 120IU (2%) Vitamin C 8.7mg (10%) Calcium 49mg (5%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 231

% Daily Value*

Calories 231kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 4g 6%
Potassium 449mg 10%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 44g 88%
Vitamin A 120IU 2%
Vitamin C 8.7mg 10%
Calcium 49mg 5%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.