Cranberry Relish
A sweet-tart homemade cranberry relish made with fresh cranberries, orange zest, ginger, and cinnamon. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for holiday meals or as a versatile condiment year-round.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 cups
- Category: sauces
- Method: stove top
- Cuisine: Fruit Sauce
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice (or orange juice)
- 3/4 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 12 oz bag of fresh cranberries
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- In a large, heavy saucepan, combine sugar, cranberry juice, grated ginger, and cinnamon.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a rolling boil (about 3 minutes).
- Rinse the cranberries and remove any mushy ones.
- Add the cranberries to the boiling syrup and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, or until the berries begin to pop.
- Skim off the foam with a metal spoon and discard.
- Remove from heat, stir in the orange zest, and let cool uncovered to room temperature.
- Transfer to a container, cover, and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use an immersion blender or food mill after cooking for a smoother consistency.
- Add a dab of butter during cooking to reduce foam.
- Try adding jalapeños or bourbon for a flavor twist.
- Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 months or canned for longer shelf life.
Find it online: https://www.recipebyelena.com/cranberry-relish/