Jerusalem Kugel recipe

Name: Jerusalem Kugel recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil, to grease the tin; 225 g (7.9oz) thin lokshen or vermicelli; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 100 g (3.5oz) granulated sugar; 1 pinch of salt; 1.5 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp dried cinnamon; 3 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 cup dill pickled cucumbers, sliced; 3 sprigs of dill

Servings: persons

1
Pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees C/350 degrees F/Gas mark 4.
2
Grease and line a 1 kg/2 1/4 lb loaf tin.
3
Cook the lokshen according to the packet instructions.
4
Drain well and set aside.
5
In a medium saucepan, heat the oil then add the sugar.
6
Cook over a low heat stirring constantly until the sugar starts to darken to a caramel colour - about 5 minutes.
7
Immediately add the lokshen, salt, pepper and cinnamon and stir well.
8
Leave to cool slightly and then stir in the beaten eggs.
9
Pour into the prepared loaf tin.
10
Bake uncovered until golden brown - about 35 minutes.

305

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil, to grease the tin, 225 g (7.9oz) thin lokshen or vermicelli, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 100 g (3.5oz) granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Jerusalem Kugel recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!