Koliva – a whole grain European dessert
This Eastern European dessert is common in Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia and Greece where it has religious significance for the Orthodox Christians.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 cup wheat berries
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon anise seeds
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- a pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup sugar
- powdered sugar for garnish
- chocolate or candy for garnish
Instructions
- Boil wheat berries in a large pot of water until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain.
- Add all other ingredients, except garnish ingredients. Stir to combine.
- Garnish with powdered sugar and chocolate or candy.
Notes
Traditionally, the powdered sugar is garnished in the shape of the cross of the Christian Orthodox church.
In Romania, it is garnished with cocoa, chocolate or candy. However, this garnish does not occur in the Greek version.
In Romania, it is garnished with cocoa, chocolate or candy. However, this garnish does not occur in the Greek version.
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