PRUNE FILLING (LEKVAR)

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Prune Filling (Lekvar) image

Make and share this Prune Filling (Lekvar) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Maxxr

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h10m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup water or 3/4 cup orange juice
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cups pitted prunes
1 cup dark raisin
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine water or orange juice, lemon juice, prunes, raisins, sugar and cinnamon in a small saucepan over a low heat.
  • Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, tossing and stirring the fruit to soften the prunes and plump the raisins.
  • Make sure the bottom does not stick and the mixture doesn't boil.
  • Remove pot from heat and allow contents to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Add cinnamon and walnuts, if using, and process in food processor until it forms a thick puree.
  • Add a bit more orange juice or water to thin the puree if necessary.
  • Taste and add 1 tablespoons of sugar at a time until filling is desired sweetness.
  • Filling should be thick and moist.
  • Chill filling slightly before using.
  • Will keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
  • If chilled filling is too stiff to spread, loosen with a bit of warm juice or water.

Naila Khan
[email protected]

I love this lekvar. It's the perfect addition to my morning yogurt or oatmeal. It's also great as a filling for pastries or spread on toast.


Youssef Abidi
[email protected]

This lekvar is a game-changer. It's so delicious and easy to make. I've used it in so many different ways and it's always a hit.


Bill Bennett
[email protected]

I've been making lekvar for years and this is the best recipe I've found. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Maraya French
[email protected]

This lekvar is amazing. I made it for my family and they couldn't get enough of it. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tangy.


Paras Rajbanshi
[email protected]

I love this lekvar. It's so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've used it as a filling for pastries, spread it on toast, and even added it to my oatmeal. It's always delicious.


Michelle Sandhop
[email protected]

This lekvar is delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I used it as a filling for my hamantaschen and they were a hit. I'll definitely be making this lekvar again.


Mariam Hamisi
[email protected]

I was looking for a prune filling for my пирожки and this lekvar was perfect. It's thick, sweet, and has a great prune flavor. My family loved the пирожки and I will definitely be making this lekvar again.


DJ Sanjip
[email protected]

This lekvar is so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I used it to top my morning yogurt and it was the perfect addition. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Danila Popov
[email protected]

I've made lekvar a few times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The lekvar came out smooth, flavorful, and spreadable. I love that it's not too sweet, so it can be used in both sweet and savory dishes.


Its Ahmad 113
[email protected]

This lekvar is absolutely delicious! I used it as a filling for my homemade prune rugelach and they turned out amazing. The lekvar was thick, rich, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!