Aash-e Anar (Pomegranate Soup)

Przygotowanie stanowiska

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1. 1

   In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, flour, salt, and black pepper for the meatballs.

   Około 5 min

   Wskazówka kucharza: Ensure the grated onion is squeezed of excess liquid before adding to the meat mixture.

2. 2

   Mix well until just combined, then form into small, marble-sized meatballs and set aside.

   Około 10 min

   Wskazówka kucharza: Wet your hands slightly to prevent the meat mixture from sticking.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

   Około 1 min

4. 4

   Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

   Około 7 min

5. 5

   Stir in the turmeric and cook for another minute until fragrant.

   Około 1 min

6. 6

   Add the rinsed split peas to the pot and stir to combine.

   Około 1 min

7. 7

   Pour in the pomegranate juice and water, then bring the mixture to a boil.

   Około 5 min

8. 8

   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes to allow the split peas to partially cook.

   Około 20 min

9. 9

   Gently add the prepared meatballs to the simmering soup.

   Około 2 min

   Wskazówka kucharza: Add them one by one to prevent them from sticking together.

10. 10

    Stir in the chopped fresh mint, cilantro, parsley, and rinsed rice.

    Około 1 min

11. 11

    Continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through, the split peas are tender, and the rice is soft.

    Około 25 min

    Wskazówka kucharza: Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

12. 12

    Stir in the pomegranate molasses. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or optional sugar to balance the flavors.

    Około 2 min

    Wskazówka kucharza: The amount of sugar needed will depend on the sweetness of your pomegranate juice and personal preference.

13. 13

    Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds, if desired.