This beautiful pomegranate dessert is served to celebrate Yalda, the Iranian celebration of the winter solstice. Think of masghati as a cross between Jell-O and panna cotta. It's infinitely more refined and delicate than Jell-O and not quite as wobbly as panna cotta. Prepare pomegranate masghati a few hours in advance, and serve chilled out of the fridge for a light and refreshing dessert.
3 cups no-sugar-added pomegranate juice, divided (see Tip)
6 tablespoons cornstarch
⅓ cup sugar, plus more as needed
1 tablespoon rose water (Optional)
¼ cup pomegranate seeds, plus more for garnish
¼ cup chopped or slivered raw pistachios, for garnish
1 tablespoon ground dried rose petals, for garnish
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