Pomegranate Chicken or Duck

Description
In response to a recipe request.



Ingredients

 * 1 onion, chopped
 * 3 tablespoons olive oil
 * 1/2 cup pomegranate molasses
 * 2 cups coarsely ground walnuts
 * 3 teaspoons sugar
 * 1 teaspoon cinnamon
 * 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
 * 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
 * 1/4 teaspoon saffron (dissolved in 1 tblsp hot water)
 * 4-5 lbs fryer chicken or duck, cut up

Directions

 * Combine pomegranate molasses, ground walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, turmeric, and saffron.
 * Set aside.
 * Clean chicken removing unnecessary bones and skin.
 * Season with salt and pepper.
 * Place chopped onion and 3 tblsps olive oil in a pot and saute 3 minutes.
 * Then add the chicken pieces, salt, pepper, and turmeric.
 * Add 1 cup of water and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
 * Add the pomegranate mixture and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes longer (check water and add some if it is necessary).
 * Add a bit more sugar if you want the sauce sweeter.
 * Transfer to a deep serving pot, cover, and place in a warm oven until ready to serve.
 * Serve with rice.