Name: Pomegranate Molasses Glaze
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 52 min
Cuisine: Contemporary, inspired by Middle Eastern pomegranate molasses
Ingredients: 500 ml unsweetened 100% pomegranate juice; 20 g granulated sugar; 10 ml fresh lemon juice

Start with pomegranate juice and let the saucepan do the concentrating. The finished glaze should taste of tart fruit before sweetness, with enough body to leave a thin trail from a spoon. This is a simple homemade reduction for finishing food; its exact sweetness depends on the juice you choose.

Sauces and Dips

TypeGlazes

Prep2 minutes

Cook40 minutes

Rest10 minutes

Total52 minutes

YieldAbout 100–120 ml

Servings8

ServingAbout 15 ml

DifficultyEasy

CuisineContemporary, inspired by Middle Eastern pomegranate molasses

Ingredients

Batch

500 ml unsweetened 100% pomegranate juice
20 g granulated sugar
10 ml fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Combine the juice, sugar, and lemon juice in a wideCombine the juice, sugar, and lemon juice in a wide stainless-steel saucepan. Warm gently, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for about 30–45 minutesSimmer uncovered over medium-low heat for about 30–45 minutes. Stir more frequently as the liquid reduces.
When about 120 ml remains, cool a teaspoonful on aWhen about 120 ml remains, cool a teaspoonful on a plate. It should be syrupy but still move when tilted. Stop cooking while the liquid in the pan is a little thinner than you want it.
Cool for 10 minutes before usingCool for 10 minutes before using. If it becomes too thick, stir in a teaspoon of hot water.

Serving Ideas

Drizzle sparingly over roasted carrots, charred aubergine, or grilled lamb.

Substitutions

Very tart juice may need another teaspoon of sugar. Avoid juice drinks with apple juice or added sweeteners if you want a clear pomegranate flavour.

Chef Tips

Reduction time depends heavily on pan width. Watch the cooled drop and the remaining volume instead of relying on the clock alone.

Storage

Cool promptly, refrigerate in a clean covered jar at 4°C or below, and use within 3 days. This recipe is not intended for room-temperature preservation.

Allergen Notes

No common major allergens in the listed ingredients.