Simple Way to Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi

Pomegranate Stew With Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan)

Ghormeh is derived from turkic kavurmak into persian and means braised.

Recipe Summary Pomegranate Stew With Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan)

Chicken, onions, finely processed walnuts, and pomegranate juice are simmered to perfection. The sauce should be as thick as a good chili. Serve with saffron steamed basmati rice. Enjoy! If you prefer, substitute angelica powder for cardamom; instead of pomegranate juice, you can substitute 1/2 cup pomegranate paste diluted in 2 cups water.

Ingredients | Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 ½ pounds chicken legs, cut up

1 white onion, thinly sliced

½ pound walnuts, toasted and finely ground in a food processor

1 teaspoon salt

4 cups pomegranate juice

½ teaspoon cardamom (Optional)

2 tablespoons sugar (Optional)

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken and onions in skillet, and cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in pureed walnuts, salt, pomegranate juice, and cardamom. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. (If the sauce becomes too thick, stir in 1/4 cup warm water.) Mix in sugar, adjust seasoning, and simmer 30 minutes more.

Info | Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi

prep: 15 mins cook: 2 hrs 30 mins total: 2 hrs 45 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 6 servings

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