½ pound walnuts, toasted and finely ground in a food processor
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1 teaspoon salt
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4 cups pomegranate juice
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½ teaspoon cardamom (Optional)
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2 tablespoons sugar (Optional)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken and onions in skillet, and cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in pureed walnuts, salt, pomegranate juice, and cardamom. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. (If the sauce becomes too thick, stir in 1/4 cup warm water.) Mix in sugar, adjust seasoning, and simmer 30 minutes more.
Nutritional Facts
Per 6 servings
Calories: 785
Carbohydrate: 95g
Fat: 39g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 24g
Sugar: 83g
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