Chicken With Tamarind Pomegranate Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken With Tamarind Pomegranate Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium yellow onions, diced; 4 medium red onions, diced; 2 cups chopped fresh cilantro; 10 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon hot paprika or 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons tamarind paste, diluted in; 3 tablespoons water; 1/2 cup pomegranate paste, diluted in; 1/2 cup water or 1 cup pomegranate juice; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1 teaspoon salt; 10 skinless chicken thighs; 10 boneless skinless chicken legs; pomegranate seeds, for garnish

Servings: persons

4 medium yellow onions, diced
4 medium red onions, diced
2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
10 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon hot paprika or 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons tamarind paste, diluted in
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup pomegranate paste, diluted in
1/2 cup water or 1 cup pomegranate juice
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
10 skinless chicken thighs
10 boneless skinless chicken legs
pomegranate seeds, for garnish

1
In a large Dutch oven or in a pot with a tight-fitting lid, mix the onions, 1 1/2 cups cilantro, the garlic and the spices.
2
Blend in the diluted tamarind paste, the diluted pomegranate paste(or use 1 c pomegranate juice), the ketchup and the salt.
3
Add chicken thighs and legs to pot, and submerge in sauce.
4
Cover, and cook on medium-high heat for 10 minutes, then lower heat, and cook for 1 hour.
5
Uncover, adjust seasonings to taste, and continue cooking for 20 minutes.
6
Transfer chicken and sauce to a serving platter, and garnish with remaining cilantro.
7
Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over platter, and serve hot.

973

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

142

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium yellow onions, diced, 4 medium red onions, diced, 2 cups chopped fresh cilantro, 10 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Tamarind Pomegranate Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken With Tamarind Pomegranate Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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