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12 Ways With Pomegranates

 

The sweet-and-sour tang of pomegranate is the magic ingredient in many Middle Eastern and Persian dishes. The pomegranate tree is native to modern-day Iran, but cooks from the Mediterranean to the Caucasus and India have incorporated the fruit into their cooking over the centuries. Contemporary cooks have taken pomegranate molasses and pomegranate seeds to heart in their cooking too. Discover why in these recipes for drinks, small plates, and impressive main dishes.