Spiced Cranberry Fig Relish
Elevate your holiday table with this Spiced Cranberry Fig Relish, a vibrant medley of tart cranberries, sweet dried figs, and warming spices. Infused with the citrusy brightness of fresh orange juice and zest, and balanced with the rich depth of brown sugar, this relish is a perfect harmony of sweet and tangy flavors. Simmered to a luscious, jam-like consistency with aromatic hints of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, it’s an easy yet elegantly spiced accompaniment for roasted turkey, ham, or even cheese platters. Ready in just 30 minutes, this make-ahead recipe not only dazzles as a festive condiment but also doubles as a gourmet spread for toast, sandwiches, or crackers. Whether you're hosting a holiday feast or seeking a unique twist on classic cranberry sauce, this relish is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Dried figs
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and set aside.
Trim the stems off the dried figs and roughly chop them into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugars dissolve completely.
Add the cranberries, chopped figs, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, orange zest, and salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cranberries will burst, and the relish will thicken as it cooks.
Once the mixture reaches a jam-like consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Let the relish cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the relish to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish, spread, or topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
898 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 320 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.7 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 186.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 876 mg | 19% | |
*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.
