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Description/Taste
Pomegranates are small to medium-sized fruits, averaging 6 to 13 centimeters in diameter, and have a round, block-like appearance with faintly squared shoulders and a multi-pointed calyx at the top of the fruit. The skin, also known as the exocarp, is firm, leathery, tough, thick, and shiny, ranging in color from dark red, white, yellow, pink to dark purple, almost black. Underneath the surface, thick, spongy, and fibrous white membranes, or the mesocarp, encase many small, tightly compacted seeds into multiple chambers. Each seed is generally red or white, angular, and hard or soft, contributing a crunchy consistency, and is enveloped in a translucent, fleshy coating known as the aril. The translucent aril is lightly pigmented with a red, white, or pale pink hue, depending on the variety, and contains flavorful juice. Pomegranates should feel heavy for their size, and the surface can be easily scratched when ripe. The seeds and arils are the only portions of the fruit consumed, contributing a sweet-tart taste with tangy, fruity, and mildly acidic notes combined with rhubarb, cranberry, grape, and red currant nuances.
Seasons/Availability
Pomegranates are available in late fall through winter.
Current Facts
Pomegranates, botanically classified as Punica granatum, are ancient, sweet-tart fruits belonging to the Lythraceae family. The name Pomegranate is derived from the Latin words “pomum granatum,” meaning “apple with many seeds,” and is a descriptor used to showcase the fruit’s unique edible seeds. Pomegranates grow on small trees or shrubs ranging from 6 to 10 meters in height, and there are over 500 different cultivars grown worldwide. Red Pomegranates are the most recognized and commercially cultivated types, but Pomegranates can also be found in pink, white, yellow, and purple hues. Throughout history, Pomegranates have been used as a nutritious food and hydration source and are deeply intertwined into the cultural practices of many civilizations, seen as a symbol of life, fertility, sanctity, and vitality. In the modern-day, the seeds are consumed worldwide in both fresh and cooked preparations, favored for their sweet and tangy flavor and pigmented juice. Each Pomegranate can contain anywhere from 200 to 1,400 seeds.
Nutritional Value
Pomegranates are an excellent source of vitamin K to assist in faster wound healing, vitamin C to strengthen the immune system, fiber to regulate the digestive tract, and folate to develop red blood cells. The fruits also contain potassium to balance fluid levels within the body, manganese to maintain a healthy nervous system, and antioxidants, including punicalagin, that protect the cells against free radical damage and reduce inflammation.
Applications
Pomegranate seeds are entirely edible, well suited for both fresh and cooked preparations. The seeds can be extracted from the fibrous rind by slicing and breaking the fruit into 4 to 5 pieces. Once broken, the pieces can be submerged in water, separating the seeds from the bitter membranes, or the seeds can be collected by hand over a bowl. It is important to note that the pigmented juice will stain clothing, hands, and some countertop surfaces. Pomegranate seeds can be consumed straight, out of hand, or the seeds can be tossed into salads, sprinkled over grain bowls, stirred into yogurt, or used as an edible garnish over soups, roasted meats, and desserts. The seeds can also be blended into smoothies, pureed into salsa, dips, and relishes, or pressed into fresh juice. In addition to consuming the juice straight, Pomegranate juice can be used to flavor sauces for roasted meats, salad dressings, or desserts such as cheesecake, parfaits, tarts, crisps, mousses, and brownies. The juice can also be simmered into jelly or stirred into cocktails, sangria, sparkling beverages, and juice blends. Grenadine syrup is often flavored with Pomegranate juice, and the liquid is sometimes reduced to make Pomegranate vinegar or Pomegranate molasses. Pomegranate seeds pair well with nuts such as walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds, and cashews, meats including lamb, pork, and poultry, spices such as cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, and clove, parsley, fruits including apples, pears, grapefruits, oranges, coconuts, and lemons, dark chocolate, and feta cheese. Whole Pomegranates can be kept at room temperature for a couple of days, or they can be stored in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 months. Once opened, the seeds should be stored in a sealed container for 3 to 5 days. The fruits can also be frozen for extended use.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Pomegranates are one of the seven species mentioned by Moses in the Land of Israel. The story was recorded in the book of Deuteronomy and recounted Moses speaking to the Israelites stating that the seven species are meant to be a reminder of God’s faithfulness and the coming redemption. The seven species include Pomegranates, figs, barley, wheat, vines, honey, and olive trees. These species are important as they traditionally fruit or flower around Shavuot and Passover, a period believed by the Jewish community to represent opposing forces and seasons, creating a time for giving thanks. Pomegranates were also used as a visually artistic representation of faithfulness and abundance, stamped on ancient Jewish coins, chiseled onto temple walls, and woven into the patterns on high priest’s robes. In the modern-day, Pomegranates are used as table decorations during Jewish holidays as a symbolic reminder and to act as an attractive, colorful display.
Geography/History
Pomegranates are believed by experts to be native to a region extending across present-day Iran into Northern India and have been in existence since around 4000 BCE. The fruits were brought to the Mediterranean, Northern Africa, and China in ancient times through trade routes, where they were cultivated for commercial and culinary use. Pomegranates were also widely consumed and recorded in Ancient Greek and Roman texts. The fruits were later brought to Indonesia in the early 15th century and were introduced into the New World in the 17th and 18th centuries through Spanish explorers. In 1769, settlers carried Pomegranate seeds to California, and the seeds were planted at the Spanish missions along the coast. Today Pomegranates are grown worldwide in mild temperate to tropical climates, with concentrated production in the Middle East, the Caucasus regions, Central Asia, the Mediterranean, and Northern Africa. Pomegranates are also cultivated in the United States, the Bahamas, Central and South America, and Australia. When in season, the fruits can be found through local markets, distributors, and supermarkets.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Monarch | Del Mar CA | 619-308-6500 |
Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 909-915-9877 |
Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
Black Raill Kitchen + Bar | Carlsbad CA | 619-454-9182 |
Brigantine Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-4166 |
Bernardo Heights Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-487-4022 |
Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
Shorehouse Kitchen Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 858-663-9916 |
The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-944-1631 |
Wet Stone Winebar and Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-255-2856 |
Brigantine Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach CA | 619-591-1350 |
JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
Dan Gonzales Inc. | San Diego CA | 858-922-0522 |
Claire's on Cedros - SKSB | Solana Beach CA | 858-259-8597 |
Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | 619-237-9606 |
UPAC Enterprise Center | San Diego CA | 619-255-7644 |
Craft House | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
The Lion Share | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
Lola 55 | San Diego CA | 619-727-9282 |
Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
The Compass Bar | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
Craft House Sky Deck | San Diego CA | 619-948-4458 |
Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | 619-954-3063 |
Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
Mission Pacific | Oceanside CA | 760-450-7864 |
Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club | San Diego CA | 760-583-9237 |
Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-365-1858 |
Chef Jenn | Solana Beach CA | 858-212-9054 |
La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
Bekker's Catering | San Diego CA | 619-287-9027 |
Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-759-5473 |
Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
Shorehouse Kitchen | La Jolla CA | 858-459-3300 |
Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
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Orbita market
Біржан сал көшесі, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 20 days ago, 4/30/22 Sharer's comments : Uzbek pomegranates imported to Almaty, Kazakhstan ![]() ![]()
Orbita market
Orbita microdistrict, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 41 days ago, 4/09/22 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]() About 41 days ago, 4/09/22 ![]() About 46 days ago, 4/04/22 ![]() ![]()
SATICI
Near Berlin, Berlin, GermanyBergmannstraße 21, 10961 Berlin, Germany About 46 days ago, 4/04/22 ![]() ![]()
Magnum Express
Berlin, GermanyAlmagul 18 A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 51 days ago, 3/30/22 Sharer's comments : Uzbek pomegranates ![]() ![]()
Qyrqy bazar of Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Near Chimkent, Kazakhstanул. Жумабека Ташенова, Шымкент About 54 days ago, 3/27/22 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates of Uzbekistan ![]() ![]() About 57 days ago, 3/24/22 ![]() ![]()
Fresco supermarket
Chechnya, Russia61 Gorgasali Street, Tbilisi, Грузия About 58 days ago, 3/23/22 Sharer's comments : Domestic Georgian pomegranates in Tbilisi ![]() ![]()
Magnum Express
Chechnya, RussiaAlmagul 18 A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 77 days ago, 3/04/22 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates rich in oxidants from neighboring Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Dunnes Stores
Near Dublin, Dublin, IrelandUnit 10/11 Stephens Green Shopping Centre, St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, D02 RD40, Ireland https://dunnesstores.com About 79 days ago, 3/02/22 ![]() ![]()
Central Green Market
Dublin, IrelandЖибек Жолы 53, Алматы 050000, Казахстан About 83 days ago, 2/26/22 Sharer's comments : Sweet Turkish pomegranates imported to Almaty, Kazakhstan ![]() ![]()
Market at Piazza Campo de'Fiori
Near Rome, Rome, ItalyPiazza Campo de' Fiori, 33, 00186 Roma RM, Italy 393258292602 About 87 days ago, 2/22/22 ![]() ![]() About 90 days ago, 2/19/22 ![]() ![]()
Magnum Express
Rome, ItalyAlmagul 18 A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 98 days ago, 2/11/22 Sharer's comments : Sweet and richbin antioxidants pomegranates from sunny Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Compass grocery store
Rome, ItalyСағадат Нұрмағамбетов, 520, 050007, Алматы, Кок-Тобе, 1 этаж About 110 days ago, 1/29/22 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates rich in antioxidants from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Central Green Market
Rome, ItalyЖибек Жолы 53, Алматы 050000, Казахстан About 118 days ago, 1/22/22 Sharer's comments : Beautiful deep red pomegranates from Fregana valley, Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Small Сеть Супермаркетов
Rome, ItalyМикрорайон Казахфильм, 13, 050023/A15C8D5, Алматы, Казахфильм, 1 этаж https://www.small.kz/ About 121 days ago, 1/19/22 Sharer's comments : Egyptian Pomegranates rich in antioxidants ![]() ![]()
R&L Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesRamona, CA About 131 days ago, 1/09/22 ![]() ![]()
Eco fresh market
California, United StatesМикрорайон Казахфильм, 17/1, 050023, Алматы, Казахфильм About 136 days ago, 1/03/22 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Eco fresh market
California, United StatesМикрорайон Казахфильм, 17/1, 050023, Алматы, Казахфильм About 148 days ago, 12/23/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates of Uzbekistan ![]() About 164 days ago, 12/06/21 Sharer's comments : delima merah ![]() ![]() About 166 days ago, 12/05/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Shepherd Valley Farms ![]() ![]()
Marnum
California, United StatesМФК RAMSTORE ALL IN, проспект Назарбаева, 226, 050059/A15C0B9, Алматы, Самал 2 About 167 days ago, 12/04/21 Sharer's comments : Sweet and healthy Pomegranates of Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Siab Bazaar
California, United StatesBibikhonim Str., Samarqand, Узбекистан About 180 days ago, 11/21/21 Sharer's comments : Uzbek pomegranates in Samarkand ![]() ![]()
Lee Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 181 days ago, 11/20/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Lee Farms ![]() ![]()
Kazakhfilm food fair
California, United StatesVishnevaya 13, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 188 days ago, 11/12/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from warm and sunny Uzbekistan ![]() ![]() About 192 days ago, 11/09/21 Sharer's comments : USA grown organic ![]() ![]()
Eco Fresh Market
Minnesota, United StatesМикрорайон Казахфильм, 17/1, 050023, Алматы, Казахфильм About 196 days ago, 11/04/21 Sharer's comments : Wonderful Uzbek pomegranates ![]() ![]()
Eco Fresh Market
Minnesota, United StatesМикрорайон Казахфильм, 17/1, 050023, Алматы, Казахфильм About 207 days ago, 10/25/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Kazakhfilm food fair
Minnesota, United StatesVishnevaya 13, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 209 days ago, 10/22/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]() About 215 days ago, 10/17/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Shepherd Valley Farms ![]() ![]()
Country Rhodes Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 216 days ago, 10/16/21 ![]() ![]()
Compass store
California, United StatesСағадат Нұрмағамбетов, 520, 050007, Алматы, Кок-Тобе, 1 этаж About 220 days ago, 10/11/21 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]() About 221 days ago, 10/11/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Shepherd Valley Farms ![]() ![]()
Bernardino Loera Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesFallbrook, CA About 230 days ago, 10/02/21 Sharer's comments : Sweet Honey pomegranates- YUM! ![]() ![]()
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 238 days ago, 9/24/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranate from Shepherd Valley Farms ![]() ![]()
Eco Fresh Market
California, United StatesМикрорайон Казахфильм, 17/1, 050023, Алматы, Казахфильм About 240 days ago, 9/22/21 Sharer's comments : Beautiful pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Lone Jack Orchard
Near Solana Beach, California, United StatesEncinitas, CA About 243 days ago, 9/19/21 Sharer's comments : Early season jumbo pomegranates!! ![]() ![]()
Maciel Family Farm
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesBonsall, CA About 243 days ago, 9/19/21 Sharer's comments : First of the season pomegranates have arrived! ![]() ![]() About 243 days ago, 9/19/21 ![]() ![]()
Elsey & Bent Ltd
Near London, England, United KingdomBorough Market, Southwark St, London SE1 9AF, United Kingdom 447738009524 https://boroughmarket.org.uk/traders/elsey-bent/ About 244 days ago, 9/18/21 ![]() ![]()
Carmi Vista Family Farm
Near San Marcos, California, United StatesVista, CA About 247 days ago, 9/14/21 ![]() ![]()
Porto Cheli Fruit Market
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceAbout 248 days ago, 9/14/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates ![]() ![]()
Eco fresh market
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceМикрорайон Казахфильм, 17/1, 050023, Алматы, Казахфильм About 264 days ago, 8/29/21 Sharer's comments : Sweet Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Magnum cash and carry
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceAlmagul 18a, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 298 days ago, 7/26/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Peru ![]() ![]() About 365 days ago, 5/20/21 Sharer's comments : Beautiful pomegranates from Peru ![]() ![]()
Magnum cash and carry
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceAlmagul micro district, 18A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 388 days ago, 4/27/21 Sharer's comments : Tasty and healthy pomegranates from Uzbekistan. The peel is very rich of vitamins ![]() ![]()
Eco fresh market
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceKazakhfilm micro district 17/1, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 398 days ago, 4/17/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Magnum cash and carry
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceAlmagul micro district, 18A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 400 days ago, 4/14/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates imported from Turkey ![]() ![]()
Magnum cash and carry
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceAlmagul micro district, 18A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 410 days ago, 4/04/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Turkey. Great source of C vitamin ![]() ![]()
Ecofreshmarket
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceKazakhfilm micro district, 17/1, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 437 days ago, 3/09/21 Sharer's comments : delicious big pomegranates from Turkey ![]() ![]()
Magnum cash and carry
Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio, GreeceAlmagul micro district, 18A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 440 days ago, 3/06/21 Sharer's comments : individually packaged delicious pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]() About 442 days ago, 3/03/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates ❤️ ![]() ![]()
Супермаркет "Юбилейный"
Attiki, GreeceАбылай хана 74, Алматы, Казахстан About 444 days ago, 3/02/21 Sharer's comments : sweet pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Magnum cash and carry
Attiki, GreeceAlmagul micro district, 18A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 448 days ago, 2/26/21 Sharer's comments : Sweet pomegranates imported from Turkey ![]() ![]()
Weekend food fair
Attiki, GreeceKazakhfilm micro district, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 460 days ago, 2/14/21 Sharer's comments : Honey Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Magnum cash and carry
Attiki, GreeceAlmagul micro district, 18A, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 469 days ago, 2/05/21 Sharer's comments : Sweet pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Ecofreshmarket
Attiki, GreeceKazakhfilm micro district, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 472 days ago, 2/02/21 Sharer's comments : Tasty Pomegranates from Uzbekistan $2 for 1 kg ![]() ![]()
Grocery store "Small"
Attiki, Greeceул. Исиналиева 13,, Алматы, Казахстан About 477 days ago, 1/28/21 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Turkey ![]() ![]()
Weekend food fair
Attiki, GreeceKazakhfilm micro district, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 482 days ago, 1/23/21 Sharer's comments : Sweet pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Ecofreshmarket
Attiki, GreeceKazakhfilm micro district, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 485 days ago, 1/20/21 Sharer's comments : Individually packed pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() About 518 days ago, 12/17/20 Sharer's comments : delima ![]() About 529 days ago, 12/06/20 Sharer's comments : onebelpark ![]() ![]()
Vegetable convenient store
Jakarta, IndonesiaSyrgabekova 30, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 551 days ago, 11/15/20 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Uzbekistan ![]() ![]()
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 575 days ago, 10/22/20 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates ![]() ![]()
Schaner Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 576 days ago, 10/21/20 ![]() ![]()
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 577 days ago, 10/20/20 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates 🌸 ![]() ![]() About 595 days ago, 10/02/20 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates from Shepherds Vally Farms ![]() ![]()
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 603 days ago, 9/24/20 Sharer's comments : Pomegranates 🇬🇷 ![]() ![]()
Burkart Organics
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 611 days ago, 9/16/20 ![]() ![]()
J.J. Lones Daughter Ranch
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 618 days ago, 9/09/20 |