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How to Make Pomegranate Molasses

Step-by-step instruction for making pomegranate molasses from juice using 3 ingredients + a spice.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Condiment, ingredient
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: Pomegranate molasses
Servings: 12 tablespoons
Calories: 75kcal
Author: Susan Pridmore

Equipment

  • Heavy bottomed pot

Ingredients

  • 3 cups pomegranate juice, I used Pom Wonderful
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 8 whole allspice berries, optional
  • 4 whole black peppercorns, optional

Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients into a heavy bottomed pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, leaving the pot uncovered. Simmer for at least 60 minutes, lowering the heat as the liquid reduces.
  • Check the pot frequently, particularly in the final 15 minutes of cooking to ensure it doesn't burn on the bottom. Stir occasionally, as needed.
  • Check for doneness. The molasses should coat the back of a spoon, and appear viscious. Tiny bubbles will be softly bubbling in the center of the pot, tightly spaced together. Use the photo in the body of the post as a reference.
  • Cool for 20 minutes, strain out any spices you choose to use, and pour the molasses into a glass jar. Refrigerate for up to 6 months.

Notes

Calories are per tablespoon.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcal