MSG Free Pomegranate Reduction
Deep ruby and glossy, this pomegranate reduction is the kind of sauce that makes a simple plate look like it came from a restaurant kitchen. The tartness of pure pomegranate juice mellows beautifully as it simmers down, while honey rounds out the edges and Ceylon cinnamon adds a delicate warmth that's softer and more complex than the standard variety. A touch of fresh lemon juice keeps everything bright, and a pinch of sea salt ties it all together without tipping into sweetness overload. Every single ingredient here is clean and whole — no flavor enhancers, no additives, nothing processed — so you know exactly what's going into the jar. The slow simmer does all the heavy lifting, coaxing the liquid into a thick, spoonable syrup that clings to everything it touches. Drizzle it over roasted meats, swirl it into yogurt, or use it to dress a cheese board — it's endlessly versatile and genuinely stunning every time.
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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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