Pomegranate Syrup or Molasses
- Level: Intermediate
- Yield: 1 1/2 cups syrup or 1 cup molasses
- Nutritional Analysis Per Serving
Serving Size: 1 of 4 servings
Calories: 232
Total Fat: 1 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 58 g
Dietary Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 57 g
Protein: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 23 mg - Total Time: 1 hr 25 min
- Prep: 5 min
- Inactive: 30 min
- Cook: 50 min
Ingredients:
- 4 cups pomegranate juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions:
- To make the syrup: Ignite your kitchen with the vibrant essence of fresh pomegranate! Combine the pomegranate juice, sugar, and lemon juice in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves, then lower to medium-low. Simmer until reduced to about 1 1/2 cupsaround 50 minutesfor a luscious, syrupy thickness. Remove from heat, cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then jar it up. Chill fully before sealing and refrigerate for up to six months. Drizzle on yogurt or cocktails for pure delight!
- To prepare the molasses: Elevate it further into rich, velvety molasses! Use the same ingredients in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce to medium-low and simmer to 1 cupabout 70 minutesfor that deep, intense consistency. Cool in the pan 30 minutes, transfer to a glass container, chill completely, seal, and store refrigerated up to six months. Perfect for glazing meats or marinadesyour dishes will shine!
