Haft Mewa

Prep time: 20 mins (plus 3 days soaking) Cook time: 0 mins Total time: 3 days 20 mins Servings: 8 servings Country of origin: Afghanistan Description: Haft Mewa is a New Year dried fruit compote featuring seven fruits and nuts soaked in sweet syrup. Presentation: Served cold in glass bowls with a spoon, accompanied by its natural sweet juice. Ingredients: 1/2 cup green raisins 1/2 cup red raisins 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup dried sweet cherries 1/2 cup blanched almonds 1/2 cup peeled walnuts 1/2 cup peeled pistachios 6 cups filtered water 1 tbsp rosewater Step-by-step directions: Wash all dried fruits and nuts thoroughly under cold running water. Place dried fruits and peeled nuts into a large glass jug or bowl. Pour filtered water and rosewater over dried fruits and nuts. Cover container and place in refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Stir once daily until fruits plump up and create a sweet clear syrup. Ladle fruits, nuts, and sweet juice into individual glass bowls and serve cold. Optional variations: Add dried figs or dried plums to fruit mix. Cooking tips: Blanch nuts in boiling water for 1 minute so skins slip off easily before soaking. Nutrition facts:

• Calories: 210 kcal

• Fat: 8g

• Carbohydrates: 34g

• Protein: 4g