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Name: Authentic Səməni Recipe (Traditional Azerbaijani Sprouted Wheat)
Prep time: 4320 min
Cook time: 90 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Azerbaijan
Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat berries (hard wheat preferred); 8 cups water (for sprouting and cooking); 1/2 teaspoon salt (for the cooking water); 1 1/2 cups sugar (or to taste); 1/2 cup honey (optional, for added flavor); 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts), chopped; 1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins, apricots, figs), chopped; 2 tablespoons butter or ghee (for finishing)

Səməni

🇦🇿 Azerbaijan

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A sweet dish made from sprouted wheat, often served during Novruz with nuts and dried fruits.

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