Persian

Fesenjan with Pomegranate and Chicken

Name: Fesenjan with Pomegranate and Chicken
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Persian
Ingredients: 500g chicken thighs; 1/2 cup pomegranate molasses; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cups water; 1/4 cup walnut halves; 1 tsp turmeric; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp olive oil

A rich Persian stew with chicken, pomegranate molasses, and walnuts.

45 minutes4 servings

Method

In a pot, heat olive oil, sauté onion until soft.
Add chicken, turmeric, salt, and pepper, cook until browned.
Stir in pomegranate molasses, water, and walnuts.
Simmer 30 minutes, adjust seasoning before serving.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

Mains

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