Easiest Dried Fruit Recipe (Khoshaf) - Amira's Pantry (2024)

One of the easiest dried fruit recipes that you can ever find, Khoshaf takes minutes to make. A classic Middle Eastern dried fruit compote usually served during the holidays and Ramadan.

❤️ Why You'll Love It

This recipes is so easy to make , no cooking is required and so special skills here. Just soak the dried fruits in a flavorful water/ juice and that;s pretty much it.

Nuts are optional but highly desired for their crunch. Perfect for snacking, a delicious dessert or to top your ice cream. This recipe is vegan and very suitable if you are having vegans in the house.

📝 Ingredients

📋 Ingredient Notes

• For the dried fruits you can use any variety you have, this recipe is really forgiving. Traditionally, dried apricot, prunes, raisins, figs and dates are used.
• Nuts are optional but I like adding them for their crunch. Again you can use any combination you have.
• For the sugar we will use a very small amount of sugar and you can leave it out if you want.
• Traditionally orange blossom water or vanilla extract is used to flavor the soaking water. You can use any other flavoring or spices you like and you can also use orange juice.

🥄 Instructions

• Cut the fruits to equal size, I like keeping the plums whole.
• In a bowl, add all the dried fruits, then cover with hot water.
• Add flavoring and sugar if using and dissolve sigar.
• Cover and chill in the fridge for a 2-4 hours.

• Add the nuts and mix everything well together. Scoope and serve in individual cups or small bowls.

💡 Expert Tips

• Some people soak nuts with the fruits from the beginning. I like adding them later to keep as crunchy as possible.
• If you are in a hurry, you can cook the dried fruits on your stove for 20 minutes until softens but you will still need to refrigerate as this recipe is served cold.
• Some people like soaking the fruit in juice especially qamar addeen. Others like soaking in milk or sobia.

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First published June 12, 2016 . Last updated February 1, 2021 with important tips, clear step by step instructions and readability.

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