Originally from Persia (Iran), the shrub called pomegranate or pomegranate is today grown all over the world, including America (brought by Spanish settlers), China, Korea and Japan.
The fruit is slightly larger than an orange, has a thick skin, and contains about 600 seeds. The skin of a well-eaten pomegranate is a little faded, as if it had been rubbed against the wall, with white spots instead of strong red spots. Very red ones have a sour taste and can only be used in salads.
Why you should eat vegan bacon and the easiest way to cook it at home: “A few ingredients can turn your fasting lunch into a true culinary feast.”
Myths and symbols
Pomegranate juice has been known to the Persians since ancient times and has tremendous benefits for the body.One glass contains vitamins A, C, E, folic acid, antioxidants, potassium and fiber (very good for digestion). good for you) and boosts immunity. At the same time, pomegranate juice is used for dyeing natural fabrics.
The pomegranate fruit is one of Armenia’s symbols, representing fertility and marriage, and is used in Israel in the rituals of Yom Kippur, the most important Jewish holiday.
The pomegranate was the personal emblem of Roman Emperor Maximilian I and one of the symbols of the goddess Hera. At the same time, there is a theory that the fruit that Eve offered to Adam in the Garden of Eden was a pomegranate, not an apple.
Here are three delicious recipes using pomegranate.
Spicy chicken wings with pomegranate
Be careful when grilling chicken!Good food can turn dangerous
Pomegranate and Turkey Salad
Yogurt cream and pomegranate biscuits
The atmosphere of the big day in the taste kitchen! Selected guests, dancing and good mood were essential. Dianna Rotaru: “I sing folk music and dance like you” – video
