Dairy Free Pomegranate Reduction
Deep ruby and glossy, this pomegranate reduction is the kind of sauce that makes everything it touches look and taste more impressive. Pure pomegranate juice simmers down with honey, a squeeze of lemon, warm Ceylon cinnamon, and a whisper of ginger until it transforms into a thick, jewel-toned syrup with serious depth. The natural fruit sugars do all the heavy lifting here, so there's no butter or cream needed — it's completely plant-based without any compromise on richness or flavor. Ceylon cinnamon is worth seeking out for this one; its softer, more floral heat keeps the sauce from tasting too spiced, letting the tart pomegranate shine through. A pinch of sea salt at the end pulls everything into balance in a way that feels almost magical. Drizzle it over roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, a cheese board, or even a bowl of oatmeal — it plays beautifully across sweet and savory territory. Make a jar on the weekend and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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8 servings
- 2 cups 100% pomegranate juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the pomegranate juice, honey, lemon juice, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey dissolves.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced by about half and coats the back of a spoon with a thin, syrupy layer, 25–30 minutes. Watch the heat in the final 5 minutes — the sugars can scorch quickly once the liquid thickens.
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