How to Use Pomegranate Molasses

Pomegranate molasses is a deeply concentrated syrup made from pomegranate juice. It is essential to Middle Eastern dishes, but has an enticing flavor both sweet and tart that invites experimentation.

Instructions

1. Pomegranates are native to Iran and Afghanistan. Now, they grow throughout the Middle East and across the Mediterranean. Most of the world's pomegranate molasses is made in Lebanon.

2. You can use pomegranate molasses in beverages, sauces, marinades, salad dressings and many other dishes.

3. Try making a pomegranate soda by mixing 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses with a little bit of lemon juice and sugar, then adding club soda. You can also add rum or vodka for a refreshing cocktail.

4. Try adding 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses and a little sugar to a simple lemon vinaigrette. Serve it over greens tossed with toasted walnuts, golden raisins and goat cheese.

5. Drizzle pomegranate molasses over a whole chicken, salmon or pork roast before cooking.

6. Pour 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses over a block of cream cheese and spread it on crackers.

7. Look for pomegranate molasses in Middle Eastern grocery stores or well-stocked natural foods stores.