Zippy Peppered Cranberry Relish
Brighten up your holiday table with this Zippy Peppered Cranberry Relish, a bold twist on the classic cranberry side dish. Bursting with fresh cranberries, zesty orange juice, and a hint of grated ginger, this relish strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. A surprise kick of freshly ground black pepper and optional red chili flakes elevates the flavor profile, making it irresistibly unique. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick-cook recipe is ideal for Thanksgiving feasts or as a vibrant accompaniment to roasted meats, cheese boards, or sandwiches. Easy to make ahead and store, it’s a must-add to your seasonal repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoons orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly under cold water, discarding any that are soft or damaged.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the orange juice, granulated sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the cranberries cook until they begin to pop and soften, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the freshly ground black pepper, salt, grated ginger, orange zest, and red chili flakes (if using).
Continue to simmer the mixture for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the relish to cool to room temperature.
Transfer the relish to a serving dish or airtight container. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 598 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.1 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 542 mg | 12% | |
*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.
