
Acids · syrup
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.
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


