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.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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.

Chicken With Tamarind Pomegranate Sauce

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions