Haft Mewa Recipe
This Haft Mewa Recipe recipe is built around dried apricots, and it comes together in about under an hour from start to finish. A hot pan and a little patience give you the kind of colour and texture that makes this dish. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Level Medium
Ingredients
- 110 g Dried Apricots
- 50 g Light Raisins
- 110 g Raisins
- 50 g Walnuts
- 50 g Almonds
- 50 g Pistachio
- 50 g Cherry
- Splash Rose water
Method
- Wash the apricots and both raisins and place in a bowl - cover with cold water to 5cm above the fruit.
- Put the walnuts, pistachos and almonds in another bowl or pan and add boiling water. Leave to soak, and then peel off all the skins as they soften. This is a fiddly job and make take some time - but it's definitely worth the effort! Throw away the water.
- Combine the fruits with the nuts and cherries, including the juice they have been soaking in. Add the rose water, cover the mixture and leave in the fridge to rest for two days. When you leave the mix, the juice will become sweeter and syrupy, giving the dish a really unique consistency.
- To serve, spoon the fruit, nuts and juice into individual bowls or cups, and enjoy!
Tips for the best Haft Mewa Recipe
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 8 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
Serving ideas
Serve alongside a grilled main or as part of a shared table.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Haft Mewa Recipe recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 8 ingredients and 4 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Can I make Haft Mewa Recipe ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
What can I substitute for dried apricots?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Recipe data via TheMealDB — source
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