Khoresh Fessenjan(Walnut Stew)

Yield:	8 Servings
Categories:	Persian, Chicken, Soups

5	c	Finely ground walnuts
3/4	c	Pomegranate concentrated juice*
2	tb	Tomato paste
2	lb	Boneless; skinless chicken breasts or thighs
4	tb	Oil
1	lg	Onion; grated
1	ts	Turmeric
1	ts	Baking soda
1/2	ts	Salt
1/8	ts	Pepper