Charoset

Charoset is a traditional Jewish dish served during Passover, symbolizing the mortar used by Jewish slaves in Egypt. It typically consists of chopped fruits like apples and nuts mixed with wine or juice, sometimes including cinnamon and other spices. Its sweet, paste-like consistency provides a contrast to bitter herbs and enhances the storytelling of liberation from slavery. Different cultures have variations, but the core idea remains a meaningful reminder of the labor and bondage faced by ancestors. Charoset’s flavors and textures evoke hope and unity in the observance of Passover.