Aash- E Anar (Pomegranate Stew) Recipe

Name: Aash- E Anar (Pomegranate Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium yellow onions; 3 garlic cloves; ½ cup brown lentils; 1 cup rice; 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; black pepper; 1 ½ teaspoons turmeric; 2 cups cilantro; 2 cups fresh parsley; 1 cup of fresh mint (or 3-4 tbs dried mint, rehydrated in a few tablespoons of warm water); 2 cups scallions or 2 cups chives; ⅓ cup sugar; 1 beet, peeled and roughly chopped; ⅔ cup pomegranate syrup (or 2/3 cup pomegranate paste diluted in water); 8 -10 cups water; 12 lb lean ground beef or 12 lb lamb or 12 lb turkey; 12-1 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 -3 tablespoons parsley, chopped; 1 onion, grated; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 medium yellow onions
3 garlic cloves
½ cup brown lentils
1 cup rice
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil
1 ½ teaspoons salt
black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons turmeric
2 cups cilantro
2 cups fresh parsley
1 cup of fresh mint (or 3-4 tbs dried mint, rehydrated in a few tablespoons of warm water)
2 cups scallions or 2 cups chives
⅓ cup sugar
1 beet, peeled and roughly chopped
⅔ cup pomegranate syrup (or 2/3 cup pomegranate paste diluted in water)
8 -10 cups water
12 lb lean ground beef or 12 lb lamb or 12 lb turkey
12-1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 -3 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1 onion, grated
salt and pepper, to taste

1
Thinly slice the two onions into rings.
2
In a large non-stick pot, brown the onions with the olive oil over medium heat.
3
Add the lentils (or yellow split peas) and continue to cook for a couple minutes longer.
4
Add 8 cups of water (do not add salt yet), bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover partially, and allow to simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes.
5
Wash and chop all the herb ingredients.
6
Add 1 tsp salt, pepper, the turmeric, chopped beet and all the herbs to the pot.
7
Cook for about 20 minutes longer, stirring occasionally to keep the lentils from sticking.
8
In a mixing bowl, combine the grated onion with the meat, parsley and seasonings.
9
Mix thoroughly, and form into small chestnut-sized balls.
10
Add to the soup.
11
Add the cup of rice as well, partially cover and simmer for 30 minutes longer (do not over-stir).
12
Mix in the pomegranate syrup, paste or juice, and simmer over low heat for another 30 minutes.
13
Afterwards, check to see that the meatballs are cooked thoroughly.
14
If the soup is too thick, add a little warm water.
15
Taste the soup, it should be a tangy sweet-and sour.
16
Adjust the seasonings if needed.
17
To Garnish (optional): Crush a couple cloves of garlic, chop and brown in a little olive oil.
18
Add some crumbled dry or minced fresh mint, and 1/2 tsp turmeric.
19
Add this, as well as a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds to garnish.

4755

kcal

Calories

286

Fat

348

Carbs

262

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium yellow onions, 3 garlic cloves, ½ cup brown lentils, 1 cup rice, and more.

Yes, Aash- E Anar (Pomegranate Stew) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Aash- E Anar (Pomegranate Stew)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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