Cranberry Relish or Compote
Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant and zesty Cranberry Relish or Compote! Bursting with the tart sweetness of fresh cranberries and bright hints of orange juice and zest, this easy, 25-minute side dish is a must-have for Thanksgiving or any festive feast. The warm undertones of cinnamon and ginger pair perfectly with optional chopped pecans, adding a delightful crunch to every bite. Simmered to the perfect consistency and cooled to let the flavors meld, this versatile recipe can be served chilled or at room temperature as a classic holiday side, sandwich topping, or even a dessert accent. Impress your guests with this stunning seasonal dish that’s both simple and unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 cups water
- 0.25 cups chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any soft or damaged ones.
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugars dissolve.
Stir in the orange zest, cinnamon stick, and ground ginger.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the cranberries simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries pop and the mixture thickens.
Once the compote reaches the desired consistency, remove the saucepan from heat.
Optional: Stir in the chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.
Allow the compote to cool to room temperature. Remove and discard the cinnamon stick.
Transfer the cranberry relish or compote to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side or topping!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.9 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.8 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 687 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
