Lavashak, a traditional Persian snack made from fruit paste, is experiencing a spectacular revival thanks to TikTok.

Reflecting Iranians’ penchant for sour flavors, the sauce is brightened by sweet-tart pomegranate paste, which is made by patiently simmering the vibrant juice until most of the liquid evaporates.

Then there’s levengi, in which a poultry or game bird or fish is stuffed with a walnut and pomegranate paste then roasted. However, the pomegranate is much more than a mere food product in ...

In a bowl, toss the onion with the garlic, tomatoes, green chiles, mint, tomato paste, crushed red pepper ... then drizzle with the pomegranate molasses. Bring the stew to a boil.

Then there’s levengi, in which a poultry or game bird or fish is stuffed with a walnut and pomegranate paste then roasted. Nargovurma is another must-try, says Buyuran: “Pieces of chicken or ...