Is this Pomegranate Molasses rescuable?
I was trying to make Alton Brown's Pomegranate Molasses, but had trouble converting his "medium-low heat" to my electric (glass top) stove.
I ended up with what commenters on the above link describe as "Pomegranate Candy" because I let it get too thick and it solidified as it cooled.
Other than starting again with lower heat or less time, is there any way to rescue it? Can I reheat it with more pomegranate juice (or plain water) added to rehydrate it somehow?
Best Answer
Yes. You can dissolve your pomegranate candy in plain water and cook it to a more usable consistency. A candy thermometer is useful here. But if you have any instant read thermometer for cooking, you should aim for around 220°F (104°C) max. If you get to 230°F (110°C), you'll be making candy again.
If you don't have a thermometer handy, I recommend getting a cup of ice. As you recook your syrup and notice it start to reduce, take a spoonful and drip a little onto your ice. That will chill it quickly and allow you to see where the final product will be texturally.
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Can pomegranate molasses spoil?
Yes, molasses can go bad. Molasses is similar to honey in taste but the former has a shelf life. That said, as long as the storage conditions are ideal, there is no reason why molasses won't keep for a long, long time. It is also worth noting that molasses is highly hygroscopic.What is the difference between pomegranate molasses and pomegranate syrup?
Pomegranate Syrup. Pomegranate molasses and pomegranate syrup are two different names for the same thing and are used interchangeably. Calling it pomegranate syrup is just as misleading as pomegranate molasses because it is not sweet like syrup, which has a higher sugar content.How long is pomegranate molasses good after opening?
Once opened, pomegranate molasses lasts almost indefinitely in the refrigerator.Should I refrigerate pomegranate molasses?
Pomegranate molasses store well in the pantry, and do not need refrigeration, even after opening.The Middle East's ANSWER To Sweet \u0026 Sour Sauce
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