Don Strange Ranch Cranberry Chutney
Bursting with festive flavors, Don Strange Ranch Cranberry Chutney is the ultimate holiday side dish to elevate your table. This vibrant chutney combines tart fresh cranberries with the zesty brightness of orange juice and zest, complemented by the warm spices of cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Sweet golden raisins and a touch of apple cider vinegar add complexity, while optional chopped pecans bring delightful texture and nuttiness. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, this chutney pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can be served as a flavorful topping for cheese boards. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a must-have addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas menu and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, making it as convenient as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 cup golden raisins
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cool running water and set aside to drain.
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, granulated sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the finely diced red onion, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt to the saucepan. Stir well to combine and let the mixture simmer for about 2 minutes to release the flavors.
Stir in the cranberries and golden raisins. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan partially with a lid.
Simmer the mixture for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst and the chutney has thickened slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the orange zest and chopped pecans (if using). Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
Allow the cranberry chutney to cool to room temperature. Transfer to a serving dish or airtight container.
Serve as a side dish with holiday meals or alongside roasted meats. Store leftover chutney in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 624 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 348.3 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 293.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1735 mg | 37% | |
*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.
