Pomegranate Sauce
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly glossy, this Pomegranate Sauce is a versatile, flavor-packed addition to your culinary repertoire. Made with vibrant pomegranate juice, a hint of sweetness from sugar, and the zing of freshly squeezed lemon juice, this sauce offers the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Thickened with a quick cornstarch slurry, it’s ready in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for both weeknight meals and special occasions. Pour it over roasted meats, drizzle it on salads, or serve it as a dipping sauce for appetizers—the possibilities are endless. This easy pomegranate sauce is your go-to recipe for adding a burst of color and flavor to any dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml pomegranate juice
- 100 grams sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the pomegranate juice and sugar. Stir to blend.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer while stirring occasionally.
Let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the liquid has reduced by approximately one-third.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a smooth slurry.
Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering pomegranate sauce.
Continue to simmer for another 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before transferring it to a serving dish or storage container.
The pomegranate sauce can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
738 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 78 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.0 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 433 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
