Aash- E Anar (Pomegranate Stew) Recipe

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

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 408.61 Kcal (1711 kJ)
Calories from fat 102.75 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.42g 18%
Cholesterol 23.43mg 8%
Sodium 662.83mg 28%
Potassium 917.14mg 20%
Total Carbs 56.73g 19%
Sugars 9.45g 38%
Dietary Fiber 12.86g 51%
Protein 16.76g 34%
Vitamin C 52.3mg 87%
Vitamin A 2mg 66%
Iron 242.1mg 1345%
Calcium 208.2mg 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.3
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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