Pregnancy Friendly Pomegranate Reduction
Deep ruby and glossy, this slow-simmered syrup is the kind of finishing touch that makes everything it touches look intentional. Pure pomegranate juice gets coaxed down with honey, a bright hit of lemon, warming Ceylon cinnamon, and a whisper of ginger until it transforms into a rich, spoonable drizzle. Ceylon cinnamon is a thoughtful swap here — it's the milder, lower-coumarin variety often recommended when you're being more careful about what goes into your body. The gentle simmer does all the heavy lifting, and the result is something that thickens beautifully as it cools without any additives or preservatives to second-guess. Drizzle it over yogurt, oatmeal, roasted vegetables, or a simple cheese board and it instantly elevates the whole plate. The ingredients list is short, clean, and easy to verify — exactly what you want when you're being more intentional about every bite. Make a jar on the weekend and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!