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Pomegranate molasses

Also called pomegranate syrup, dibs rumman, nar ekşisi, rob-e anar

Pomegranate juice boiled down to a thick, dark, tart-sweet syrup. Central to muhammara, fattoush dressing and Persian fesenjan; also good brushed on grilled meat.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodBalsamic glaze

    Sweeter and less sour; sharpen with lemon juice.

  • T2 · GoodTamarind paste

    Sour-sweet but browner and less fruity; add a little honey.

  • T3 · In a pinchBalsamic vinegar

    Thinner and less sour-fruity; reduce it with a little sugar.

  • T3 · In a pinchGrape molasses

    Sweet and fruity but not sour; add plenty of lemon juice.

Cook with Pomegranate molasses

Salad · TURKISH · TURKEY — 25 MIN

Kısır

Total25 min
Snack · LEBANESE · LEBANON — 50 MIN

Muhammara

Total50 min