Pomegranate

About Pomegranate

Anardana (dried pomegranate arils) is a uniquely Indian souring spice — wild pomegranate seeds from the Himalayan foothills are dried to create an intensely tart, fruity souring agent. Provides a distinctly different sourness from tamarind or amchoor. Essential in North Indian and Punjabi cooking.

Health Benefits

• •Punicalagins — unique antioxidants three times the power of red wine
• •High polyphenol content shown to reduce prostate cancer risk in research
• •Anti-inflammatory — reduces markers of inflammation better than most fruits
• •Supports memory, cognition and brain health in emerging research

Culinary & Industrial Uses

• •North Indian chole (chickpea curry) — anardana provides essential tartness
• •Stuffed parathas and Punjabi aloo gobi preparations
• •Chaat masala blend — key sour-tangy note
• •Anardana chutney for kebabs and chaats

Processing & Grades

Wild pomegranate seeds from Himalayan hill varieties (more tart than commercial pomegranate) hand-harvested and sun-dried. Available as whole dried seeds or powder.