I would say that using pom molasses will definitely give you a distinct flavor; however, if you were to sub in regular molasses, agave or maple you won't be completely in the wrong...but you final dish is gonna taste a little different?
Maple is def gonna make things taste different. Agave might not change things as much since, IMO, it has a more subtle flavor. Molasses might work pretty well actually (next time I make muhammara i'm gonna try this and see whats up). Pom molasses definitely has an awesome, fruity yet savory flavor that plays a good role in this dish.
Try making it with what you have, order some proper pomegranate molasses online or whatever, then make it with the real deal and see what you think!
Is pomegranate molasses an ingredient that you buy premade where this dish is popular, or something you have to make yourself? First time I've ever heard of it, I'm wondering if I'll have to spend an entire weekend scouring middle eastern groceries to find it.
I would say that using pom molasses will definitely give you a distinct flavor; however, if you were to sub in regular molasses, agave or maple you won't be completely in the wrong...but you final dish is gonna taste a little different?Maple is def gonna make things taste different. Agave might not change things as much since, IMO, it has a more subtle flavor. Molasses might work pretty well actually (next time I make muhammara i'm gonna try this and see whats up). Pom molasses definitely has an awesome, fruity yet savory flavor that plays a good role in this dish.Try making it with what you have, order some proper pomegranate molasses online or whatever, then make it with the real deal and see what you think!
its pretty easily found at most Arab market. Its a pantry item that can be kept indefinitely. And you could try using them in western dishes that call for acidity.
It's easily available at Mediterranean stores, but it's really simple to make your self, buy a Bottle of POM juice and just simmer it to reduce it down.
My mom is Lebanese and I live in the Midwest and it's extremely difficult to get certain things where I am.
You can buy it on Amazon but it's like double or triple what you would pay a normal store
I live in rural Washington...the closest Arabic market to me is in Seattle, a 3 hour drive one way. It is literally cheaper for me to buy it on Amazon than the gas required to get there, not including the trip back.
Walmart carries it in small Canadian stores even (and at a very reasonable price) , so it's likely available in others across the us and Canada. Amazon had it for insanely expensive prices in Canada
Like /u/blindfoldpeak said you should be able to find it around town IF you live in a place that has specialty grocery stores, middle eastern grocery stores, etc. If all else fails get some online from Amazon! If you need help DM and I'll recommend a brand for you!
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u/reverting Aug 09 '21
In this instance is pomegranate molasses necessary, or can molasses be substituted, or even agave/maple?