Sofra Pomegranate Molasses Ideal for Dressing, Dipping & Drizzling Pomegranate molasses ��������������������������� or pomegranate syrup ��������������������������� has a fruity sweetness that's countered by a lovely, sharp tart flavour. Most often found in Middle Eastern recipes, and often referred to as ���������������������������rob-e Anar��������������������������� or dibs rumman, pomegranate molasses is a favourite ingredient in Ottolenghi���������������������������s cookbooks ��������������������������� and is included in our Cookbook Set: Jerusalem. What is pomegranate molasses? Pomegranate molasses is a treacly-rich fruit syrup made from boiled, reduced pomegranate juice. It is used in savoury and sweet dishes alike. It has the sweet-sourness of tamarind, rather than the pure fruit-richness of sultanas and prunes. Pomegranate molasses is called dibs rumman in Arabic. How do I cook with pomegranate molasses? Pomegranate molasses is delicious in everything from salad dressings and the roasted aubergine dip baba ganoush, to fesenjan stew, a braised Iranian chicken and walnut dish. The sharpness beautifully complements the oil in salad dressings, and is a good substitute for vinegar or lemon juice - try using alongside hazelnut oil for a rich and rounded dressing. Even try drizzling a little on top of hummus, or - in sweet dishes - over ice cream and meringues. Read more about pomegranate molasses with cooking ideas here.