Ingredients

  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice
  • 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (I use tamarind concentrate)
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seed
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • cornstarch (optional)

Method

  • Toast coriander seeds on the stovetop over medium high heat in a dry pan until fragrant.
  • Remove coriander seeds from pan and cool slightly. Place in a ziploc bag and crush coarsely with a rubber mallet or drinking glass.
  • Combine all ingredients in a saucepot and reduce to a thick sauce-like consistency. Cornstarch (mixed into a little cold water) may be added toward the end and simmered to further thicken the sauce.
  • Strain, if desired (optional), and serve with grilled or baked chicken, pork or beef.