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Zaatar Spiced Pomegranate Pistachio Stuffing

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This zaatar spiced pomegranate pistachio stuffing is a vibrant, modern twist on traditional stuffing. With toasted bread, warm Middle Eastern spices, crunchy pistachios, and sweet-tart pomegranate seeds, it’s a flavorful, colorful side dish perfect for holidays or special dinners. Fresh, fragrant, and easy to make ahead, it brings brightness and bold flavor to your table.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 6–8
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • Day-old bread (cubed – sourdough or rustic white bread)
  • Olive oil or butter
  • Onion (chopped)
  • Garlic (minced)
  • Celery (chopped)
  • Zaatar spice blend
  • Vegetable or chicken broth
  • Shelled pistachios (lightly toasted)
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper
  • Optional: lemon zest, chopped mint

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish lightly.
  2. Toast bread cubes on a baking sheet for 10–15 minutes until slightly crisp. Set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter. Sauté onion and celery until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
  4. Stir in zaatar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Remove from heat. Add bread cubes and mix to coat evenly.
  6. Gradually pour in broth while stirring, until the bread is moist but not soggy.
  7. Stir in most of the pistachios and pomegranate seeds, reserving some for garnish.
  8. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Uncover and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, until golden on top.
  10. Garnish with remaining pistachios, pomegranate seeds, and fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

  • Dried cranberries or chopped apricots can be used instead of pomegranate seeds.
  • Add browned ground lamb or turkey for a heartier version.
  • Mix in feta or goat cheese before baking for a creamy element.
  • Drizzle pomegranate molasses on top for extra depth.
  • Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free variation.

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