Classic Chicken Fesenjoon

A dark, rich stew for special occasions.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 680 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Persian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Pot
  • Grinder

Allergen Information

⚠️ Tree Nuts

Instructions

1

Toast walnuts.

Tip: Fragrance.
2

Sauté onion and turmeric. Add chicken.

Tip: Base.
3

Add walnuts and COLD water.

Tip: Cold water releases oil.
4

Simmer 20 mins. Add molasses.

Tip: Color.
5

Simmer very low 40-50 mins. Thickens.

Tip: Oil rises.
6

Serve with rice.

Tip: Balance.

Recipe FAQ

Consistency?
Thick and dark.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs
  • 2.5 cups Walnuts (ground)
  • 2/3 cup Pomegranate Molasses
  • 2.5 cups Water (cold)
  • 1 whole Onion
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Pomegranate Seeds