Pastry recipes, salads and appetizers to ensure a year full of energy
In one of the New Year’s traditions, pomegranate seeds are eaten at midnight on New Year’s Eve as a symbolic gesture of renewal and hope. Each seed is believed to represent a month of the year and by tasting them, wishes for prosperity and abundance are expressed for the months to come.
In the short ritual people usually put twelve seeds of the fruit in their mouths, without biting, making some requests. Then, they must dry the pomegranate seeds and keep them in their wallet throughout the year as an amulet. But if you forgot the pomegranates on New Year’s Eve, don’t be discouraged. In the field of sympathies, fortune knocks twice at your door. Those who are unable to complete the New Year’s ritual can still count on the good energy of Three Kings’ Day, just do the same thing on January 6th (with faith, obviously) and a happy new year will be assured.
But, if the ritual involves only a few seeds, what do you do with the rest of this fruit, which is not only tasty but also very beautiful? You can eat the gummies as well, one by one, but of course we have more suggestions. How about making the tradition tastier and more creative by using pomegranate in Arabic and French pastries? Find out below how to transform pomegranate into delicious and simple dishes without losing your luck and adding even more flavor to your start to the year.
Hummus
Hummus, originally from the Middle East, is a spread of chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. In this recipe from Casa Tavares restaurant, pomegranate seeds add a light sweetness, while also adding a fuller texture.
Lebanese Tabbouleh
Tabbouleh is a salad typical of the western part of the Middle East, often enjoyed as an appetizer. It is mainly made from bulgur, tomato, onion, parsley, mint and other spices. The pomegranate seed in this dish tries to add charm and flavor to the dish.
Dried fruit and pomegranate paste
Chef Helô Bacellar says this recipe is perfect for welcoming your guests. “You just take it out of the fridge and serve it, and it looks great on special occasion tables,” comments the chef. Muhammara, as it is called in Arab countries, has a sweet and sour taste and contains dried fruit and pomegranate.
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