Sugar-Free Asure (Noah's Pudding)

Delight in the wholesome sweetness of Sugar-Free Asure (Noah's Pudding), a guilt-free take on a cherished Turkish dessert with centuries of history. This nutrient-packed recipe swaps refined sugars for the natural sweetness of dried fruits like apricots, figs, raisins, and currants, creating a wholesome medley of flavors. The hearty base of wheat berries, beans, and brown rice gives the pudding its signature texture, while warm spices like cinnamon and cloves infuse every bite with comforting aromas. Finished with a vibrant garnish of crunchy walnuts and jewel-like pomegranate seeds, this no-sugar-added Asure is both visually stunning and incredibly nutritious. Perfect as a healthy dessert or a satisfying snack, this vegan-friendly and naturally gluten-free dish is sure to impress guests with its rich history and delightful taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup wheat berries
• 0.5 cup dried beans (e.g., chickpeas, kidney beans)
• 0.5 cup dried white beans
• 0.25 cup brown rice
• 0.5 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 0.5 cup dried figs, chopped
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 0.25 cup dried currants
• 1 medium peeled, grated apple
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 cup walnuts, chopped
• 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
• 3 liters water
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the wheat berries thoroughly under running water. Place them in a large pot with 3 liters of water. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 30 minutes.

Step 2

In separate bowls, soak the dried beans and white beans overnight. Drain and rinse them the next day. Cook them separately until tender and set aside.

Step 3

After the wheat berries have been cooking for 30 minutes, add the cooked beans, white beans, and brown rice to the pot with the wheat berries.

Step 4

Add the chopped apricots, figs, raisins, and currants to the pot. Stir to combine and continue to simmer for an additional 30 minutes.

Step 5

Peel and grate the apple, then add it to the mixture along with the orange zest, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.

Step 6

Continue to cook for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens to a porridge-like consistency.

Step 7

Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors, ensuring it is well mixed.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the pudding cool for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Ladle Asure into serving bowls and garnish with chopped walnuts and pomegranate seeds.

Step 10

Serve the Asure at room temperature or chilled. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4002.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2688.9

Total Fat 47.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 979.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 515.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 84.1g	0%
Total Sugars 189.6g
Protein 84.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 786.5mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 5896.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.1%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 72.9%