Haft Mewa Recipe

• Dried Apricots4 oz
• Light Raisins1¾ oz
• Raisins4 oz
• Walnuts1¾ oz
• Almonds1¾ oz
• Pistachio1¾ oz
• Cherry1¾ oz
• Rose waterSplash

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the apricots and both raisins and place in a bowl - cover with cold water to 5cm above the fruit.

2. 2

   Put the walnuts, pistachos and almonds in another bowl or pan and add boiling water.

3. 3

   Leave to soak, and then peel off all the skins as they soften.

4. 4

   This is a fiddly job and make take some time - but it's definitely worth the effort!

5. 5

   Throw away the water.

6. 6

   Combine the fruits with the nuts and cherries, including the juice they have been soaking in.

7. 7

   Add the rose water, cover the mixture and leave in the fridge to rest for two days.

8. 8

   When you leave the mix, the juice will become sweeter and syrupy, giving the dish a really unique consistency.

9. 9

   To serve, spoon the fruit, nuts and juice into individual bowls or cups, and enjoy!