Armenian Alani Stuffed Dried Peaches
Dried peaches filled with walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom for a naturally fragrant confection.
About This Dish
Alani turns dried fruit and spiced nuts into an Armenian sweet that travels well and needs no elaborate decoration.
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Stages
- Preparation35 min
- Cooking10 min
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1
Inspect the dried peaches and discard any with visible mold or an off odor. Put them in a bowl and sprinkle with the warm water or tea.
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2
Cover for 20 minutes, turning once, until flexible but not soaked through. Drain and pat the surfaces dry.
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3
Toast the walnuts for 6–8 minutes at 170 °C, cool, and chop finely. Mix with the sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom.
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4
Open the natural cavity in each peach and pack it with the walnut mixture, shaping the fruit gently around the filling.
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5
Arrange on a platter and let stand for 30 minutes before serving, or refrigerate in a covered container.
